Trading Assistant

Sainsbury's; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading retailer as a Trading Assistant where you'll be crucial in ensuring stock is available and shelves are well-presented. In this dynamic role, you will engage with customers to provide exceptional service while maintaining a tidy store environment. With opportunities for development and an inclusive culture, Sainsbury's offers a rewarding workplace.

Benefits

10% off at Sainsbury's after four weeks

Free food and hot drinks provided

Generous holiday entitlement

Employer-matched pension contributions

Shopping discounts on various services

Wellbeing support including free access to Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Friendly and enthusiastic about helping customers.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, physical environment.
• Responsible and proactive in task ownership.

Responsibilities

• Collecting stock from the warehouse to replenish store items.
• Providing excellent customer service and support.
• Checking the freshness of produce and assisting with deliveries.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Flexibility

Attention to Detail

Job description

What you’ll be doing:

• Collecting stock from the warehouse using heavy roll cages (up to 15KG) to replenish items across the store, keeping shelves tidy and well-presented
• Providing excellent customer service by supporting with questions and proactively offering help
• Building knowledge about products, services, and promotions to assist customers effectively
• Checking the freshness of produce and grocery items
• Assisting across the store and supporting with deliveries as needed

What makes a great Sainsbury’s Colleague:

• Friendly and welcoming with a genuine enthusiasm for helping customers
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, physical, and energetic environment, and thrives as part of a team
• Responsible and proactive in owning tasks and solving problems
• Flexible and committed to working to a high standard across the store, with opportunities to learn and develop new skills
• Willing to learn new digital tools and technology
• Detail-oriented, maintaining a clean and clutter-free store to enhance the shopping experience

Working for us has great rewards:

We value our colleagues and offer market-leading benefits and training:

• Discount card – 10% off at Sainsbury’s, Argos, Tu, and Habitat after four weeks, increasing to 15% at Sainsbury’s every Friday and Saturday, and 15% off at Argos every pay day
• Free food and hot drinks – provided in all stores
• Generous holiday entitlement – based on hours worked, including maternity and paternity leave
• Pension – employer matching of 4-7.5% of contributions
• Sainsbury’s share schemes – buy shares at discounted prices
• Shopping discounts – on gym memberships, restaurants, holidays, retail vouchers, and more
• Wellbeing support – including free access to Employee Assistance Programme

Please note that vacancies may close quickly; early application is encouraged.

An inclusive place to work and shop

We are committed to being an inclusive retailer, supporting colleagues' full potential and ensuring customers feel welcome. We offer family-related leave, support for carers, mentorship, training, and career progression. Our initiatives promote diversity and inclusion. For more information, please visit our website.

Should you require reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know.

Working in our stores:

Our stores are dynamic environments at the heart of the community, offering value, quality, and service. As a Trading Assistant, you will help ensure our stores are well-prepared to serve customers effectively.

Eligibility:

• You must be above the school-leaving age in your country.
• You must have the right to work in the UK.
• If working hours include before 6am or after 11pm, you must be at least 18 years old.