Sales Assistant / Driver

Crown Paints; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Sales Assistant/Driver to join their team in Manchester. This part-time role offers a supportive work environment, where you will assist the Store Manager in driving sales and providing excellent customer service. With a focus on teamwork and a positive attitude, you'll help promote a diverse range of products. Enjoy a rewarding package that includes generous annual leave, a performance bonus, and various health and wellbeing benefits. If you are passionate about sales and customer service, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

36 days annual leave

Performance bonus up to 25%

Discounted paint for personal use

Generous pension plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Health & wellbeing benefits

Discounts on dining, retail, and leisure

Cycle to Work Scheme

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Strong sales or retail experience is essential.
• Passionate about customer service and hitting targets.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager and achieve sales growth.
• Promote a range of paints and sundry items.

Skills

Sales Experience

Customer Service

Team Player

Adaptability

Job description

Sales Assistant / Driver WANTED!

Crown Paints is seeking to recruit a permanent Sales Assistant / Driver to join our team in Manchester.

• The role is a permanent, part-time position working 30 hours per week (Monday - Friday and some weekends on a rota basis).
• We offer a salary of £12.21 per hour + bonus + excellent benefits.

What you can expect from this role

As a Sales Assistant/Driver, you will support our Store Manager and work alongside the store team to achieve sales growth for Crown Paints. A positive and motivated attitude is essential to contribute to store targets and promote our range of paints and sundry items.

Our values

At Crown Paints, we prioritize connecting with customers, challenging ourselves, social commitment, and inspiring confidence. These values guide our actions and aspirations.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a warm, inclusive culture, excellent working conditions, and a rewarding package including:

• 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays and a Christmas closure)
• £12.21 per hour plus up to 25% performance bonus quarterly
• Discounted paint for personal use
• Generous pension plan with company matching and doubling options
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with 24/7 confidential support
• Health & wellbeing benefits, including medical, dental, and optical treatments
• No night shifts or Sundays
• Discounts on dining, retail, and leisure
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Ongoing training and development

Who we are looking for

Ideal candidates will:

• Have strong sales or retail experience
• Be passionate about customer service
• Be confident in making sales calls and hitting targets
• Be a team player and adaptable
• Work independently when needed
• Hold a valid UK driving license and be willing to make deliveries
• Be able to lift up to 20kg

Does this sound like you?

Apply today and start your journey with Crown Paints!

More about Crown Paints & Hempel

Crown Paints has over 200 years of experience in manufacturing paint, including over 60 years of Royal Warrant status. We are committed to supporting cultural, humanitarian, and scientific causes worldwide, especially through the Hempel Foundation, which focuses on education for children in need. We support over 55,000 children across 22 projects globally. Here at Crown, it’s not just paint — it’s personal!