Sales Associate (fixed-term, part-time 8hr)

Timberland; Bicester; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount 50%

Career development

Job summary

Timberland in the UK is seeking a Sales Associate for a fixed-term, part-time 8-hour role at Bicester Village. You will inspire customers and deliver outstanding service, helping to maintain the highest standards on the shop floor.

Join a global brand and contribute to a positive customer experience while embracing brand guidelines and seasonal merchandising. Weekend, evening, and holiday availability is valued, with ongoing training and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Providing the highest level of customer service and care.
• Developing thorough knowledge of products in store.
• Maintaining merchandising standards per brand guidelines.
• Keeping up to date with current trends and brand placement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service to ensure a memorable shopping experience.
• Develop product knowledge to assist customers effectively.
• Maintain merchandising standards and brand guidelines on the shop floor.
• Stay informed about trends and Timberland's position in the market.
• Follow store procedures and stock-room protocols.

Skills

Customer service

Product knowledge

Merchandising

Teamwork

English language

Job description

Sales Associate (fixed-term, part-time 8hr)

Join us now for the chance to be part of an amazing team and be responsible for providing our customers with a memorable shopping experience!

We’re looking for a passionate Sales Associate (fixed-term, part-time 8hr) to join our Timberland team based in Bicester Village.

As a Sales Associate you will inspire our customers, deliver an excellent service, and help maintain the highest standards on our shop floor.

Timberland is part of the VF family. VF is a global apparel company connecting people to the lifestyles they cherish through our family of iconic brands. At the heart of our journey lies our purpose: We power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. This is our purpose. It’s the reason we come to work every day. Our purpose unites us and leads us to pursue our goals, together. This is our calling.

Timberland is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of premium footwear, apparel and accessories for the outdoor lifestyle. For decades, we have been guided by a higher Purpose: to inspire and equip the world to step outside, work together and make it better.

Let’s talk about the role!

We believe that our Sales Associates have a great opportunity to develop their full potential with us. That’s because we offer the support of a global organisation but empower our people to take responsibility at store level.

How you’ll make a difference

We expect that our Sales Associates help deliver a memorable retail experience by:

• Providing the highest level of customer service, ensuring that all customers are treated with respect
• Developing a thorough knowledge of products in store
• Maintaining merchandising standards in accordance with brand guidelines
• Keeping up to date with current trends and the brand’s place within the market
• Following all operational procedures in the store and in the stock room.

What makes you the perfect Sales Associate?

• Youloveinteracting with customers.You set a great example for the rest of the team with your hands-on mentality,enthusiasm,and passion for delivering a fantastic customer experience.
• You have a positive can-do attitude, facing all situations in the store
• You are passionate about our brand, fashion, and retail in general
• You have excellent written and verbal communication in English(another language is a plus but not necessary)
• You are flexible when it comes to working weekends,eveningsand holidays as necessary

Previous experience is great but not necessary. What matters most of all is that you live and demonstrate our Guiding Principles: Live with Integrity, Act Courageously, Be Curious, Act with Empathy, and Persevere.

What’s in it for you?

We offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental,physicaland financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits, we’re the total package.

Most companies say they offer a competitive salary, an amazing bonus and pension scheme and staff discounts (btw we offer 50%!). And we offer the same. Only different. Along with this you will have:

• Career ownership, enabling you to build your knowledge and experience across different brands
• A supportive feedback-based culture where respect and integrity guide us in what we do
• Tailored training. Fromaninduction to ongoing online and face-to-face training sessions, we are committed to helping you grow, both professionally and personally

Free to Be

We strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection,openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, VF is committed to support disadvantaged groups whilst providing equal opportunities for both VF associates and applicants alike.