Senior Sales Assistant (Part Time)

Heron Foods; Seaham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Heron Foods in Seaham is seeking a Senior Part-Time Sales Assistant to lead on the shop floor, support your team, and help run the store during busy periods.

You will maintain excellent customer service, help with stock management and deliveries, and take responsibility as a keyholder, including opening and closing the store when management is away. We value leadership, reliability, and a friendly, professional approach.

Qualifications

• Leading and motivating the team to deliver exceptional results.
• Providing outstanding customer service and resolving queries.
• Managing stock levels and assisting deliveries.
• Acting as keyholder and taking responsibility for store opening/closing.

Responsibilities

• Leading and motivating the team to deliver exceptional results.
• Providing outstanding customer service and resolving queries.
• Managing stock levels and assisting deliveries.
• Acting as keyholder and taking responsibility for store opening/closing.

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.