Sales Assistant / Driver

Crown Paints; Paisley; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Crown Paints is seeking a Sales Assistant / Driver for their Paisley store. This full-time role involves supporting sales efforts and delivering products while fostering strong customer relationships. The position offers competitive pay, a bonus structure, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

36 days of annual leave

Discounted paint for personal use

Generous pension scheme with company matching

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Health & wellbeing perks

No night shifts and no Sundays

Eating out and leisure discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Retail discounts

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Strong sales or retail experience required.
• Passionate about customer service.
• Confident in making sales calls and achieving targets.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager and team to drive sales.
• Establish and maintain customer accounts.
• Make deliveries as needed.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer service

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 Paisley store.

• The role is a permanent, full-time position working 30 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 support our Store Manager and work alongside the store team to drive sales of our range of decorative paints and sundry items. Your positive attitude and motivation will contribute to achieving store targets and fostering customer relationships.

The Paisley Crown Decorating Centre (CDC) is a vibrant store within our national network of 145 stores across the UK. Our customers include retail clients, builders, and tradespeople, with whom you will establish and maintain accounts.

What’s in it for you?

At Crown Paints, we pride ourselves on our inclusive culture, excellent working conditions, and rewarding benefits, including:

• 36 days of annual leave (including bank holidays and a Christmas closure)
• £12.21 per hour plus the opportunity to earn up to a 25% quarterly performance bonus
• Discounted paint for personal use
• A generous pension scheme with company matching and doubling options
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – 24/7 confidential support
• Health & wellbeing perks, including medical, dental, and optical treatments
• No night shifts and no Sundays
• Eating out and leisure discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Retail discounts
• Ongoing training and development

Who are we looking for?

We seek individuals who:

• Have strong sales or retail experience
• Are passionate about customer service
• Are confident in making sales calls and achieving targets
• Are team players and adaptable
• Can work independently when needed
• Hold a valid UK driving license and are willing to make deliveries
• Can lift up to 20kg

Does this sound like you?

Apply today and begin your journey with Crown Paints!

More about Crown Paints & Hempel

Crown Paints has been manufacturing paint for over 200 years, proudly holding the Royal Warrant for more than 60 years. We support various cultural, humanitarian, and scientific causes worldwide, focusing on education for children in need through the Hempel Foundation, supporting over 55,000 children across 22 projects.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and talents, helping us shape a sustainable future with innovative coating solutions.