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General Merchandise Assistant

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Sainsbury's

Aug 9

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Southampton

Requirements

  • - Love food, but also have an eye for fashion, interiors, homeware or gaming?
  • - Good attention to detail.
  • - Ability to suggest products to customers.
  • - Passed the school leaver’s age.

Responsibilities

  • - Help to position and sell our fantastic Tu and Habitat brands
  • - Make sure our homeware and entertainment products are organised and displayed to catch our customers’ eyes
  • - Assist customers in finding whatever’s on their shopping list
  • - Suggest other products customers may love
  • - Move products around and into the best position as trends or seasons change
  • - Use tools to know which products go where in store
  • - Make the most of stock and displays

FAQs

What is the pay rate for the General Merchandise Assistant position?

The pay rate is £12.00 per hour.

Where is the job location?

The job is located at Broadcut Store, Fareham, PO16 8SU.

What are the working hours for this role?

The role is part-time with a total of 20 hours per week, specifically working Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday from 10:00 to 14:00.

Is the contract for this position permanent?

Yes, the contract type for this position is permanent.

What responsibilities will I have as a General Merchandise Assistant?

You will help position and sell products from the Tu and Habitat brands, organize and display homeware and entertainment products, assist customers in finding items on their shopping lists, and suggest additional products they may like.

Are there any educational requirements for this position?

Yes, Sainsbury's will only recruit individuals who have passed the school leaver’s age.

What benefits does Sainsbury's offer to its employees?

Benefits include a discount card for shopping, free food and hot drinks, generous holiday entitlement, special shopping discounts, family leave, a pension scheme, Sainsbury’s share schemes, and wellbeing support through an Employee Assistance Programme.

How long do I need to work to receive the employee discount?

You can receive a 10% discount after four weeks of employment, which increases to 15% on certain days.

What kind of support is provided for wellbeing?

Wellbeing support includes free access to the Employee Assistance Programme, which offers confidential support and guidance on various issues.

Is this role suitable for someone who loves fashion and homeware?

Yes, this role is ideal for individuals who love food as well as have an eye for fashion, interiors, homeware, or gaming.

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Sainsbury's

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Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1869
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Sainsbury's is one of the UK's leading supermarket chains, offering a wide range of groceries, household essentials, clothing, and other products both in-store and online. With a focus on quality, affordability, and convenience, Sainsbury's serves millions of customers across the country through its network of stores, online shopping platform, and delivery services. Committed to sustainability and social responsibility, Sainsbury's strives to reduce its environmental impact, support local communities, and promote healthier living choices among its customers.

Benefits

  • Colleague discount card

    4 weeks into your role, you’re eligible for a handy 10% off your shop. That’s every time you spend with Sainsbury’s, Argos or Habitat, in store and online. And you can nominate a second user for your card, be that your mother, brother or significant other (as long as you live at the same address).

  • Annual bonus scheme

    While our bonus schemes vary across different sites and roles, they all share the same feel-good factor. Good to know.

  • Pensions

    Planning for your future? So are we. We’ll automatically enroll you onto our pension scheme. And we’ll give you free life cover, equating to a year’s pay. If you choose to pay more with Step Up contributions, then your pension and life cover increases.

  • Holidays

    Whilst holiday allowances vary across roles, we offer a paid holiday entitlement that grows as your career does.

  • Love it

    Enjoy group outings and fun activities? The you’ll love “love it!”. Love it is the home for hundreds of exclusive discounts and savings at over a thousand retailers, including restaurants, cinemas and retail stores. What’s not to love?

  • Awards for long service

    We owe so much to our long-serving colleagues. That’s why we’re all about rewarding their continuous service and celebrating their key milestones. Just the way it should be.

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