Retail Sales Assistant

Shaws Department Stores; Castlebar; On-site; EUR 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous staff discount scheme

EAP

Bike to Work Scheme

Flexible Working Hours

Job summary

Shaws Department Stores in Castlebar is looking for a Retail Sales Assistant to help customers, provide friendly service and assist with stock, merchandising and display. You will contribute to a welcoming store environment and upsell where appropriate.

The role requires flexibility across a seven day roster, midweek availability, and a proactive attitude. Full training is provided, and you can enjoy benefits such as staff discounts, EAP, Bike to Work, and flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Previous Customer Service Experience
• Upselling

Responsibilities

• Assist and serve customers with the purchase of retail products.
• Care for stock, including its administration, storage, presentation and security.
• Adhere to till procedures.
• Merchandise stock in the correct manner.
• Replenish stock on display where required.
• Receive, check and stock deliveries.
• Ensure store fixtures and fittings are clean and presentable at all times.
• Maintain a high level of security for both cash and stock.
• Complete stock counts and audits as necessary.
• Observe all Health & Safety procedures and protocols.

Skills

Customer service

Upselling

Job description

Retail Sales Assistant

Shaws Department Stores now have vacancies forSales AssistantsinCastlebar

Established over 160 years ago, Shaws has become a trusted, much loved brand and one of Ireland's leading department store retailers. An Irish family-owned business to this day, we enjoy a rich heritage that is steeped in tradition. Our goal is to provide quality products, unmatched service and expert knowledge for all our customers nationwide.

What's in it for you:

• Generous staff discount scheme on purchases within store
• EAP
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Flexible Working Hours

About the role

Applicants must be fully flexible to work shifts over a 7 day roster.

Availability for midweek shifts is essential.

Job Purpose:

To assist and serve customers with the purchase of retail products.To care for the stock, including its administration, storage, presentation and security.

Main Duties:

• Ensure customers are looked after promptly and politely, answering any queries that they may have.
• Adhere to till procedures.
• Merchandise stock in the correct manner
• Replenish stock on display where required.
• Receive, check and stock deliveries.
• Ensure store fixtures and fittings are clean and presentable at all times.
• Maintain a high level of security for both cash and stock.
• Complete stock counts and audits as necessary
• Compile orders from suppliers as required.
• Observe all Health & Safety procedures and protocols.

The Successful Candidate:

• Must have a passion for retail and thrive on customer interaction.
• Will be positive and motivated.
• Will be an excellent communicator who enjoys working as part of a team.
• Will be reliable and a good timekeeper.

Previous experience is an advantage however full training will be provided.

About the company

Shaws Department Stores is a long-established Irish retail chain, founded in 1864, with a proud heritage of serving communities across the country. With stores located in key towns and cities throughout Ireland, Shaws offers a wide range of quality fashion, homewares, and lifestyle products from leading brands. Renowned for its commitment to customer service and value, Shaws continues to blend tradition with modern retailing to meet the evolving needs of Irish shoppers.

Required Criteria

• Previous Customer Service Experience

Skills you'll need

• Upselling