Senior Sales Assistant (16 hours contract)

Heron Foods; Seaham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading grocery retailer in the United Kingdom seeks a Senior Sales Assistant to support the team and ensure excellent customer service. The role involves leadership responsibilities, stock management, and maintaining store presentation in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will have previous retail experience and a passion for fostering team culture. Join a company that values diversity and offers a rewarding workplace.

Qualifications

• Friendly and approachable professional manner with a passion for leadership.
• Strong work ethic in a fast-moving workplace.
• Previous leadership experience in retail or hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Support and motivate the team for exceptional results.
• Ensure high standards of customer service.
• Maintain store presentation with stocked and tidy shelves.
• Assist with stock management and oversee deliveries.
• Act as keyholder in the absence of management.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Stock management

Team motivation

Job description

Be part of a fast-growing company with over 340 stores and counting. Every day brings new challenges, and you'll never find yourself without something meaningful to do. As a Senior Sales Assistant, you'll enjoy a supportive team environment where your leadership truly matters. As a Senior Part-Time Sales Assistant, you'll take on a key leadership role to keep the store running smoothly and successfully. Your responsibilities will include:

Responsibilities

• Supporting and motivating the team to deliver exceptional results.
• Ensuring high standards of customer service and resolving queries effectively.
• Maintaining an impeccable store presentation with well-stocked and tidy shelves.
• Assisting with stock management and overseeing deliveries.
• Acting as a keyholder and taking responsibility for the store in the absence of management (including store openings and closes).

Fast-Paced and Rewarding: At Heron Foods, no two days are the same. From supporting your team on the shop floor to stepping into a management role when needed, you'll thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment. You'll play a vital role in achieving store goals and fostering a positive, close-knit team culture.

Qualifications

We're seeking individuals who bring:

• A friendly, approachable, and professional manner with a passion for leadership.
• A strong work ethic and the ability to thrive in a busy, fast-moving workplace.
• Previous leadership experience in retail or hospitality, with bonus points for key-holder experience.
• The ability to juggle multiple tasks and take ownership when stepping into a supervisory role.

At Heron Foods, diversity is at the heart of our values, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.