Sales Assistant / Driver

Crown Paints; Milton Keynes; On-site; Part time

Job summary

Crown Paints is seeking a Sales Assistant / Driver for their Milton Keynes store, offering a part-time role with a pay of £12.21/hour plus bonuses and benefits. The position involves customer interaction, driving deliveries, and helping to meet sales targets while being part of a supportive team.

Benefits

36 days of annual leave, including bank holidays

Discounted paint for personal use

Generous pension plan with company matching

24/7 confidential support via EAP

Health & wellbeing perks

No night shifts

Discounts on leisure activities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Retail discounts

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong sales or retail experience is essential.
• Passionate about delivering excellent customer service.
• Confident in making sales calls and meeting targets.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in driving sales growth.
• Identify and establish relationships with potential customers.
• Perform daily delivery services using a valid driving license.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer service

Confidence in sales calls

Team player

Adaptability

Job description

Sales Assistant / Driver

Crown Paints is looking to recruit a permanent Sales Assistant / Driver to join our team at our Milton Keynes store.

• This is a permanent, part-time position working 20 hours per week (Monday - Friday and some Saturdays on a rota basis).
• We offer a salary of £12.21 per hour plus bonus and an excellent benefits package.

What can you expect from this role?

As a Sales Assistant/Driver, you will work alongside the store team, supporting our Store Manager in delivering sales growth for Crown Paints. A positive and motivated approach is essential for contributing to the store's targets and driving sales with our range of decorative paints and sundry items.

The Milton Keynes Crown Decorating Centre (CDC) is a lively store that plays a key role within our national network of 145 stores across the UK. Our customer base includes retail customers, builders, and tradespeople who maintain repeat business. Your role will include identifying potential new customers, establishing positive relationships, and opening customer accounts regularly.

What’s in it for you?

At Crown Paints, we pride ourselves on our inclusive culture, excellent working conditions, and an attractive reward package that includes:

• 36 days of annual leave, including bank holidays and a paid store closure period at Christmas
• A salary of £12.21 per hour plus the opportunity to earn up to a 25% performance bonus each quarter
• The ability to purchase significantly discounted paint for personal use
• A generous pension plan with company matching and doubling your contributions
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with 24/7 confidential support from qualified counsellors
• Health & wellbeing perks, including medical, dental, and optical treatments for you and your family
• No night shifts
• Discounts on eating out and leisure activities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Retail discounts
• Training and development opportunities

Who are we looking for?

We’re seeking individuals who:

• Have strong sales or retail experience
• Are passionate about providing excellent customer service
• Are confident making sales calls and driven to meet sales targets
• Are team players and adaptable to customer needs
• Can work independently when needed
• Have a valid UK driving license and are willing to perform daily delivery services
• Can 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 been manufacturing paint for over 200 years, with more than 60 years holding the Royal Warrant. We support various cultural, humanitarian, and scientific causes worldwide, including education for children in need through The Hempel Foundation, supporting over 55,000 children across 22 projects globally. At Crown, it’s not just paint — it’s personal!

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and talents, which is key to our success in developing sustainable coating solutions.