Sales Associate (Key Holder)

Hagabadet; Ashford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a functional clothing brand that values independent spirits and innovation. As a Sales Associate (Key Holder), you'll play a vital role in building client relationships and driving sales. Your passion for customer service and retail will shine as you assist clients in finding the perfect products while maintaining high standards in the store. This part-time position offers the opportunity to be part of a legacy that celebrates adventure and quality. If you're ready to make a difference and become a brand ambassador, this is the role for you!

Qualifications

• Proven experience in retail with a strong sales record.
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service and build client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain relationships with clients to maximize revenue.
• Assist clients in selecting products and deliver exceptional customer service.
• Maintain store standards and handle customer complaints professionally.

Skills

Customer Service

Sales Techniques

Team Collaboration

Commercial Awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Retail Experience

Job description

Belstaff was created by and for independent spirits. We know that what we do, and who we do it with matters. Join the team and make an impact as we build a legacy that surpasses our incredible past.

Love The Challenge. Find A Way. Go All In. Stand Together. Be The Difference.

A Bit About Belstaff

Belstaff is a functional clothing brand founded to move people forward. Throughout our history we have championed material innovation, collaborating with those who challenge the ordinary and celebrate the joy of the journey. Belstaff has designed protective suits for race-car drivers, windproof smocks for Marines and insulating clothing for mountaineers. One thing is at the heart of all these endeavours: An Independent Spirit. Today, this energy prevails and unites the people who bring the Belstaff brand to life, providing the best products to our customers – both old and new. We are committed to building a team of curious, conscious individuals dedicated to showing up, standing together, and being the difference between a good day and a great day.

We are searching for a Sales Associate (Key Holder) to join our Ashford store team for a part time role, to work 32 hours a week.

As Sales Associate (Key Holder) you will be at the forefront of establishing and maintaining relationships with clients in order to maximise revenue through the sale of Belstaff products. Along with your team, you will build a strong client base and deliver exceptional customer service including maintaining excellent standards throughout your store.

We are looking for someone who will be responsible for;

• Helping to create and be part of a dynamic and positive team in order to maintain an environment in the store conducive to generating sales
• Greeting and helping clients
• Assisting and anticipating clients on the best products to suit their needs, consistently meeting and exceeding company expectations
• Confidentially and professionally answering questions and queries from clients
• Cross selling across all product offers in store, ensuring the client is walked through the in store collection
• Making the client the main focus at all times and being a role model for a standard that exceeds the benchmark for customer service within the luxury retail industry. This includes being fully conversant with all products and services available including product care, waxing, customisation, aftersales and stock availability
• Delivering after sales services efficiently
• Being up to date on local events and current affairs in order to promote conversation with clients
• Developing good internal customer service with all other Belstaff Stores and Head Office
• Professionally handling customer complaints and issues
• Understanding Belstaff’s Global and International positioning
• Being aware of Company and Store Security procedures and adhering to them
• Protecting stock, being alert to the possibility of theft and following Company procedures to minimise the opportunity for theft
• Maintaining standards of storing stock on the shop-floor and back of house
• Participating in all audits and counts
• Maintaining visual merchandising in line with the Belstaff image and the commercial objectives of the store
• Liaising with Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager and Supervisor on day to day decisions, regarding safety, profitability and legal issues within the store
• Being aware of and following all company rules and HSE legislation
• Ensuring that key holding duties are conducted in accordance with Company procedures
  
  

We are looking for someone who has;

• a "can-do" attitude
• an adventurous streak
• an entrepreneurial spirit
• an innovative approach to sales
• strong commercial awareness
• an understanding of how the role contributes to the overall business
  
  

We are looking for someone who is:

• a great sales person with proven experience in retail
• a motivated self starter who takes pride in and has achieved great sales figures
• someone who thrives from providing the highest level of customer service
• someone with the flexibility and drive to help us grow our business
• passionate about Belstaff and you would love to become a brand ambassador
• a team player
  
  

Where to from here?

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We will not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, marital status, disability, age, sexual orientation or religion. We are committed to a fair and accessible recruitment process for all candidates so if you would like us to make any adjustments to the application or interview process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.