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Sainsbury's

Sep 7

Applications are closed

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations
    Hospitality & Retail
  • Reading

Requirements

  • - Good attention to detail
  • - Ability to help customers find products on their shopping list
  • - Ability to suggest other products
  • - Ability to move products around according to trends or seasons
  • - 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
  • - Bring garden furniture out when the sun is shining or winter coats when the weather turns
  • - Use tools provided to know which products go where in store
  • - Know exactly how to make the most of our stock and displays

FAQs

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

The hourly rate for the General Merchandise Assistant position is £12.00 per hour.

Where is the job location for the General Merchandise Assistant?

The job is located at Taplow Store, Maidenhead, SL6 0QH.

How many hours per week will I be working as a General Merchandise Assistant?

The General Merchandise Assistant position is part-time, requiring 12 hours per week.

What is the contract type for this role?

The contract type for the General Merchandise Assistant is permanent.

When is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is 22 September 2024.

What are the main responsibilities of a General Merchandise Assistant?

The main responsibilities include helping to position and sell products, displaying homeware and entertainment items, assisting customers in finding products, and moving products to align with seasonal trends.

Are there any benefits provided for employees?

Yes, benefits include a discount card, free food and hot drinks, generous holiday entitlement, shopping discounts, family leave, pension matching, share schemes, and wellbeing support.

Is there an age requirement for applicants?

Yes, applicants must have passed the school leaver’s age. For more details, you can visit the UK government website on school leaving age.

What kind of products will I be working with as a General Merchandise Assistant?

As a General Merchandise Assistant, you will be working with homeware and entertainment products, as well as fashion and interiors related to the Tu and Habitat brands.

Will I receive training for this role?

Yes, Sainsbury's provides tools and training to help you understand product placement and display strategies in store.

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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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