Retail Sales Assistant

Choice Stores; Drummond Otra; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave

Staff discount

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Career progression

Job summary

Choice Stores is opening a new store in Carrickmacross and seeks energetic Sales Assistants to launch with enthusiasm. You will greet customers, support daily store operations, and create a positive shopping experience in a fast-paced team.

We offer a competitive hourly rate, progression opportunities, and benefits designed to support work-life balance. Join us to help build a welcoming, local retail destination for our communities.

Qualifications

• A positive attitude and genuine enthusiasm for retail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to multitask and stay composed under pressure.
• Willing to learn, grow and contribute to a supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver warm, friendly, and professional customer service.
• Support store presentation through merchandising and stock replenishment.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming shopping environment.
• Operate tills, handle transactions, and assist with daily till procedures.
• Assist with incoming deliveries and stockroom organisation.
• Be a proactive team player, ready to support wherever needed.

Skills

Retail enthusiasm

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Reliability

Multitasking

Job description

NEW STORE OPENING - JOIN OUR TEAM!

Be part of something BIG from day one!

We're opening our doors soon in Carrickmacross, and we're looking for Sales Assistants to help us launch in style! If you've got energy, enthusiasm, and love being where the action is-this job is for you.

About Choice Stores

Choice Stores is a proudly 100% Irish-owned retailer, known for great value, bright and welcoming stores, and teams who take pride in delivering a great customer experience. With a growing presence across Ireland, we're deeply committed to supporting local jobs, local suppliers, and the communities we serve.

Our locally led business model keeps us agile, people-focused, and responsive to what really matters: our teams and our customers. As we grow, we're looking for passionate, driven individuals to join us and be part of our journey.

Your Role:

As a Sales Assistant, you will be the face of our business greeting customers, supporting daily store operations, and creating a positive shopping experience. Whether you're starting your retail journey or looking for a fresh opportunity, we're looking for team players with energy, a strong work ethic, and a passion for working with people.

What You'll Do:

• Deliver warm, friendly, and professional customer service
• Support store presentation through merchandising and stock replenishment
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming shopping environment
• Operate tills, handle transactions, and assist with daily till procedures
• Assist with incoming deliveries and stockroom organisation
• Be a proactive team player, ready to support wherever needed

What We’re Looking For:

• A positive attitude and genuine enthusiasm for retail
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Reliable, punctual, and a strong work ethic
• The ability to multitask and stay composed under pressure
• Willing to learn, grow and contribute to a supportive team

Why Join Choice?

• Competitive hourly rate
• 20 days Annual Leave (pro rata for part time team members)
• Clear progression pathways and a strong record of internal promotions
• Supportive leadership and support office teams
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for well-being support
• Staff discount and occasional wellness initiatives to support work-life balance
• A dynamic, fast-paced team environment where contribution is encouraged
• We offer more than just a job we offer the opportunity to grow with us