Job Title: Sales Assistant
We are seeking an enthusiastic Sales Assistant to play a vital role in delivering an exceptional shopping experience for our customers. JD Group offers affluent opportunities for career development for motivated individuals interested in progressing their careers.
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 KPIs:
- 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 view challenges as opportunities for personal and professional 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.
Employee 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 TELUS Health.
- Health cash plans.
- Wide range of internal development courses to support your career growth.
- Access to apprenticeships and accredited qualifications—earn while you learn with nationally recognized qualifications (England Only).
- Discounted gym memberships at JD Gyms.
- Opportunities to join colleague networks, volunteer, and contribute to JD Foundation.
- Participation in employer engagement forums to influence positive change.