Store Colleague

TN United Kingdom; Ambleside; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an enthusiastic Sales Assistant to enhance the shopping experience for customers. This role offers opportunities for career development and progression in a dynamic retail environment. You will be responsible for delivering exceptional customer service, driving sales, and maintaining store standards while working collaboratively with your team. With various benefits including discounts, health plans, and professional development courses, this position is perfect for those eager to grow and thrive in the retail sector.

Benefits

25% Company Discount

Access to Counselling Services

Health Cash Plans

Discounted Gym Memberships

Access to Development Courses

Volunteer Opportunities

Qualifications

• Positive attitude towards fast-paced retail environment.
• Ability to see challenges as opportunities for growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service and drive sales targets.
• Maintain high visual and merchandising standards in-store.

Skills

Customer Service

Sales Techniques

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Job description

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We are seeking an enthusiastic Sales Assistant to play a vital role in delivering an exceptional shopping experience for our customers. With affluent opportunities for career development, JD Group is the place to be if you are motivated by progression and interested in developing your career.

Responsibilities:

1. Provide exceptional customer service by greeting customers warmly, ensuring they receive the best experience, and understanding the customer service measurement programme.
2. Drive and exceed sales targets by utilizing in-store devices, offering the full product range, and maximizing opportunities for add-on sales.
3. Maintain high visual and merchandising standards by ensuring the shop floor is clean, well-stocked, and displays are organized according to brand guidelines.
4. Support overall store operations by assisting in other departments as needed, representing the company professionally, and adhering to safety guidelines.
5. Process sales transactions, including cash handling and card payments accurately.
6. Upsell and cross-sell products to maximise sales opportunities.
7. Maintain stock levels on the shop floor and ensure shelves are well-organized and appealing.
8. Address and resolve customer queries in a professional manner.
9. Work closely with other sales assistants and team members to achieve store targets.

Role objectives and KPIs:

1. Contribute to achieving or exceeding the store's monthly sales target.
2. Drive all additional KPIs including but not limited to Units, Conversion, ATV, UPT.
3. Achieve upselling or cross-selling targets.
4. Maintain a high Net Promoter Score.
5. Ensure all stock on the shop floor is fully replenished.

Skills and Experience:

• A positive attitude towards a fast-paced, customer-focused retail environment.
• An ability to enthusiastically look at challenges as opportunities to develop yourself, your career, and learn new skills.
• Confident interpersonal and communication skills, thriving in social situations through engagement with customers.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays, based on store needs.

Benefits:

• Company discount of 25% off a large number of products in-store and online (JD Sports, Size?, Foot Patrol, Blacks, Millets, GO Outdoors).
• Exclusive deals and discounts from retail and hospitality businesses through our online benefits platform (TELUS Health).
• Access to counselling services, digital health, and well-being advice via TELUS Health.
• Health cash plans.
• Wide range of internal development courses to support personal and professional growth.
• Access to apprenticeships & accredited qualifications – Earn while you learn and gain nationally recognized qualifications (England Only).
• Discounted gym memberships at JD Gyms.
• Access to colleague networks to share experiences and support initiatives that drive positive change.
• Opportunities to volunteer and contribute to JD Foundation.
• Employer engagement forums to influence positive change.