Weekend Sales Assistant

Yorkshire Trading Company Ltd; Ripon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A family-run retail business in Ripon is seeking a Weekend Team Member to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and maintain store conditions. The role involves restocking, merchandising, and customer service with training provided. Ideal for those looking for a part-time position with a focus on engaging with customers. Benefits include annual leave and discounts after a probation period.

Benefits

5.6 weeks annual leave pro rata

Workplace pension scheme

Discount at YTC Stores after induction

Qualifications

• Previous retail experience beneficial but training is provided.
• Basic understanding of sales principles and customer service.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent sales service.
• Maintain outstanding store condition and visual merchandising standards.
• Accurately describe product features and benefits.

Skills

Customer service focus

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Friendly and engaging personality

Job description

Overview

Yorkshire Trading Company are a family owned and run business with 35 stores throughout Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the North East; a busy E:Commerce operation and outdoor events teams who trade nationwide. We have an opening for a weekend team member in our Ripon store. The role will include but is not exhaustive, restocking, merchandising and customer service, cash handling. The position offered is: 14 hours Weekends Only (may suit college students).

Responsibilities

• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent sales service
• Maintain outstanding store condition and visual merchandising standards
• Maintain a fully stocked store
• Ascertain customers’ needs and wants
• Welcome and greet customers
• Process sales through our Epos till system - Training given
• Actively involved in receiving deliveries
• Keep up to date with product information
• Accurately describe product features and benefits
• Follow all companies policies and procedures

Requirements

• Previous retail experience would be beneficial but is not essential as training will be given
• Basic understanding of sales principles and customer service practices
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Customer service focus
• Friendly, helpful, confident and engaging personality

Benefits

• 5.6 weeks annual leave pro rata
• Work place pension scheme
• 12.5% Discount at YTC Stores after a successful 6 week induction period

Pay Rates (per Hour)

• Age 21+ £12.21
• 18-20 £10.00
• 16-17 £7.55

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Part-time hours: 14 hours per week