Trading Assistant

Sainsbury's; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Sainsbury's is seeking a Trading Assistant for their Salisbury location. This role involves replenishing stock, assisting customers, and maintaining store organization. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, flexible, and committed to high standards, making a positive impact in a fast-paced retail environment.

Benefits

10% discount at Sainsbury’s after four weeks, increasing to 15% on weekends

Free food and hot drinks for colleagues

Generous holiday entitlement

Pension matching contributions

Discounted shares purchase

Special shopping discounts

Wellbeing support including an Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Must be above the school-leaving age in the UK.
• Must have the Right to Work in the UK.
• At least 18 years old if working hours include before 6am or after 11pm.

Responsibilities

• Collecting stock from the warehouse using heavy roll cages to replenish items across the store.
• Serving customers with enthusiasm and assisting across the store.
• Checking the freshness of produce and maintaining a tidy store.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Flexibility

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 our shelves tidy and well-stocked
• Serving customers with enthusiasm, supporting with questions, and proactively offering help
• Building knowledge about products, services, and promotions to provide recommendations
• Checking the freshness of produce and grocery products
• Assisting across the store and supporting deliveries as needed

What makes a great Sainsbury’s Colleague:

• Friendly, welcoming, and enthusiastic about helping customers
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, physical, and energetic environment, and a team player
• Responsible and proactive in solving problems
• Flexible and committed to high standards, with opportunities to learn new skills
• Willing to learn and use 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 period
• Free food and hot drinks: Provided for colleagues in all stores
• Generous holiday entitlement: Based on hours worked, including maternity and paternity leave
• Pension: Company matches between 4-7.5% of contributions
• Sainsbury’s share schemes: Purchase shares at discounted prices
• Shopping discounts: Special offers on gym memberships, restaurants, holidays, retail vouchers, and more
• Wellbeing support: Including free access to our Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support

Please note: Our vacancies may close quickly, so we encourage early application.

An inclusive place to work and shop

We are committed to being a truly inclusive retailer, supporting colleagues to achieve their potential and making customers feel welcome. Our initiatives include family leave, support for carers, diversity networks, mentorship, training, and career development. To learn more about our inclusivity efforts, please visit here.

Reasonable adjustments: If you require support during the application or interview process, please let us know.

Responsibilities:

Our stores are fast-paced and community-focused, providing value, quality, and service. As a Trading Assistant, you’ll help ensure the store is well-organized to serve customers effectively.

Eligibility:

• Must be above the school-leaving age in your country (School leaving age - GOV.UK)
• 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