Senior Sales Assistant (Part Time)

Heron Foods; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Heron Foods is seeking a Senior Sales Assistant (part-time) to lead on the shop floor and support store operations. You will motivate the team, maintain excellent customer service, and ensure the store presents well with tidy shelves.

This role includes stock management, deliveries, and acting as a keyholder when management is unavailable. The position emphasizes leadership, teamwork, and a proactive approach to store performance in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in retail or hospitality is preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and support the team on the shop floor.

Responsibilities

• Support and motivate the team to deliver results.
• Ensure high standards of customer service and resolve queries.
• Maintain impeccable store presentation with stocked shelves.
• Assist with stock management and deliveries.
• Act as keyholder and manage store in absence of management.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Team motivation

Store operations

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:

• 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.

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.