Sales Assistant & Driver — Great Benefits & Growth

PPG; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Company pension

Private healthcare

Staff discount on paint/tools

Career progression

Job summary

PPG | Refinish Distribution in Basingstoke is seeking a Sales Assistant / Driver for a permanent role. You will help customers at the counter and on the phone, assist with paint matching, and support stock and deliveries. Training is provided, with opportunities for growth.

The role requires a full UK driving licence and a customer‑facing mindset, plus basic IT skills and good communication. Working hours are 40 per week, Mon–Fri, with a generous benefits package offered by PPG.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential (max 3 points).
• Experience in a customer facing environment is desirable.
• Good communication skills with a positive customer focus.
• Understanding of IT systems is preferred.
• Structured approach to tasks and meeting customer ETA’s.
• Passion for delivering high quality customer service and driving growth.

Responsibilities

• Serve customers over the phone and on the trade counter in a friendly and professional manner.
• Assist in the paint mixing area and use colour tools to identify matches.
• During peak times, pick orders or replenish stock via the warehouse system.
• Occasional driving for customer site visits or deliveries; full training provided.

Skills

UK driving licence

Customer focus

IT systems

Communication skills

Time management

Customer service

Job description

PPG | Refinish Distribution in Basingstoke is seeking a Sales Assistant / Driver for a permanent role. You will help customers at the counter and on the phone, assist with paint matching, and support stock and deliveries. Training is provided, with opportunities for growth.

The role requires a full UK driving licence and a customer‑facing mindset, plus basic IT skills and good communication. Working hours are 40 per week, Mon–Fri, with a generous benefits package offered by PPG.