Temporary Sales Assistant

Frasers Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading retail company is looking for a Temporary Sales Assistant for the Christmas period in Manchester. You will provide excellent customer service, help maintain store standards, and assist with stock processing. Ideal candidates should be customer-focused, adaptable, and willing to work over holidays and weekends. Opportunities for permanent positions are available for suitable candidates. The role is part-time, and the contract ends on 4th January 2026.

Qualifications

• Customer-focused with a passion for retail.
• Friendly, confident and a strong communicator.
• Adaptable with a flexible work ethic.
• Driven to achieve goals and contribute to team success.

Responsibilities

• Engage with every customer to deliver outstanding service.
• Help maintain store standards through stock presentation and replenishment.
• Assist with deliveries and stock processing.

Skills

Sales Experience

Customer Service

Time Management

Data Entry

Microsoft Excel

Administrative Experience

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

As a Temporary Sales Assistant for the Christmas period (ending 4th January) you’ll bring energy, enthusiasm and customer focus to every shift. From helping customers with product selections to maintaining the look and feel of the store, you’ll contribute to a first‑class shopping experience all while gaining valuable skills and building your confidence in a fun, fast‑moving retail environment. Opportunities for permanent positions are available to the most suitable candidates.

Sales & Service

• Engage with every customer to deliver outstanding service
• Use your product knowledge to offer tailored recommendations
• Support the team in delivering store goals

Visual Merchandising

• Help maintain store standards through stock presentation and replenishment
• Support visual merchandising standards that reflect the Sports Direct brand

Operations

• Assist with deliveries and stock processing
• Ensure pricing is up-to-date and accurate
• Support stock counts and inventory accuracy
• To be available work over the Christmas period is a must (bank holidays, weekends and evenings)

Qualifications :

• Customer‑focused with a passion for retail
• Friendly, confident and a strong communicator
• Adaptable with a flexible work ethic
• Driven to achieve goals and contribute to team success
• Proud to represent the Sports Direct brand and values
• You may be required to work weekends, evenings and holidays

Additional Information :

At Sports Direct we live by our core values :

• Think Without Limits, Move fast, take bold action and bring the team along with you.
• Own It and Back Yourself: Take responsibility for your role, master the basics and drive results.
• Be Relevant: Stay connected to our people, our partners and the planet.

Due to high interest in these roles we may close the vacancy early. To avoid missing out we recommend submitting your application as soon as possible.

Engagement date ends - 4th January 2026

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Part‑time

Key Skills

Sales Experience, Time Management, Data Entry, Customer Service, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Computer Literacy, Microsoft Powerpoint, Furniture Sales, Microsoft Excel, Administrative Experience, Sales Support

Experience

years

Vacancy

1