Store Colleague

Naylor's Equestrian Llp; Preston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an enthusiastic Sales Assistant to enhance customer experiences and drive sales in a dynamic retail environment. This role offers ample opportunities for career progression and personal development, making it ideal for motivated individuals. Join a team where your contributions are valued, and enjoy a range of benefits including discounts, health plans, and professional growth opportunities. If you're passionate about retail and customer service, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

25% Company Discount

Exclusive Retail Deals

Access to Counselling Services

Health Cash Plans

Internal Development Courses

Discounted Gym Memberships

Access to Colleague Networks

Volunteer Opportunities

Incremental Holiday Allowance

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service and drive sales.
• Maintain high visual and merchandising standards.
• Process sales transactions accurately.

Skills

Customer Service

Sales Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Flexibility

Job description

Role overview:

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

Responsibilities:

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

Role objectives and KPI’s:

• Contribute to achieving or exceeding the store’s monthly sales target.
• Drive all additional KPIs including Units, Conversion, ATV, UPT.
• Achieve upselling or cross-selling targets.
• Maintain a high Net Promoter Score.
• 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 view challenges as opportunities for personal and career development.
• 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:

We recognize our employees' hard work and offer some amazing benefits:

• Company discount of 25% off a wide range 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 our benefits platform.
• 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.
• Incremental Holiday Allowance.