Senior Sales Assistant (Part Time)

Heron Food; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

10% off at Heron Foods/B&M

Leadership training programs

GP access 24/7 for you and family

Long-service rewards

Job summary

Heron Foods is seeking a Senior Part-Time Sales Assistant for its Great Bridge, Tipton store. Up to £13 per hour, 12 hours per week, with leadership responsibilities including supervising the team, maintaining store standards, and handling stock and deliveries. A keyholder role may be required during openings and closes.

Flexible, customer-focused professionals encouraged to apply. Join a supportive team in a busy retail environment, with benefits and paths for development through training

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Strong customer service and query-resolution skills.
• Experience in stock management and deliveries.
• Experience as a key-holder or in supervisory capacity would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support and motivate the team to deliver exceptional results.
• Ensure high standards of customer service and resolve queries effectively.
• Maintain an immaculate store presentation with tidy shelves and stock.
• Assist with stock management and oversee deliveries.
• Act as a keyholder and take responsibility for the store in the absence of management.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Stock management

Key-holder experience

Multitasking

Job description

Discover Your Next Opportunity: Senior Part-Time Sales Assistant at Heron Foods

Location: Great Bridge, Tipton, DY4 7EW

Pay: Up to £13 per hour (inclusive of enhancement when performing management duties)

Hours: 12hours per week

Why Heron Foods?

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.

Take advantage of a range of benefits, including:

• 10% off at both Heron Foods and B&M stores.
• Access to tailored training and leadership programs like ‘Future Flyers.’
• 24/7 GP access for you and your family, plus free, confidential assistance.
• From long-service rewards to exclusive discounts and additional perks.

What You'll Do:

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.

What We’re Looking For:

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.