Sales Assistant - Part Time / Fixed-Term

Dweet.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Baobab Collection is seeking a passionate Part-Time Sales Assistant for our Selfridges corner in Birmingham. You will deliver exceptional customer service, share the story behind each fragrance collection, and actively drive sales.

The role requires confidence, proactive customer engagement, and flexibility to cover weekends. Prior retail experience in a luxury environment is preferred to help maintain premium standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in luxury retail or department store environments is preferred.
• Ability to engage with customers and communicate product stories clearly.
• Track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets in a retail setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding customer service and fragrance/decor advice.
• Engage customers with the Baobab Collection story and inspiration behind collections.
• Achieve sales targets and maximize opportunities.
• Merchandise and maintain visual standards of the corner.
• Build strong relationships with Selfridges team members and management.

Skills

Customer service

Fragrance product knowledge

Sales generation

Merchandising

Communication

Job description

Part-Time Sales Assistant - Fixed Term Contract

6 hours per week/ 2 days - 4 months contract

Baobab Collection, a leading luxury home fragrance brand known for its exquisite candles and diffusers, is looking for a passionate Part-Time Sales Assistant for our Selfridges store.

About the Role:

As a Sales Assistant, you will be the face of Baobab Collection, delivering an exceptional customer experience while driving sales. Your main responsibilities will include:

1. Providing outstanding customer service and expert fragrance/deco advice
2. Engaging with customers to share the story of Baobab Collection and the inspiration behind each collection
3. Achieving sales targets and maximizing opportunities
4. Merchandising and maintaining the visual standards of the corner
5. Building strong relationships with Selfridges team members and management

We are looking for someone who is:

1. Passionate about luxury retail and home fragrance
2. Confident, personable, and proactive in engaging with customers
3. Experienced in retail sales, ideally in a luxury setting
4. Experience in Department Store is a plus
5. A team player with strong communication skills
6. Available to work flexible hours, including weekends