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Part Time Sales Assistant (6 month FTC)

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    Hospitality & Retail
  • Manchester

AI generated summary

  • You must have excellent interpersonal skills, 1+ year in luxury retail, leadership abilities, KPI experience, and the aptitude to plan, prioritize, and perform under pressure.
  • You will deliver excellent customer service, advise on products, uphold retail standards, and build relationships with clients.

Requirements

  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Have at least 1 year solid luxury retail experience
  • Leadership and motivational skills
  • Be commercially aware and possess in depth experience of working towards KPIs
  • Ability to plan, prioritise and cope under pressure

Responsibilities

  • To provide exemplary customer service and offer advice on products
  • Communicate retail standards across the store
  • Liaise and build relationships with clients

FAQs

What is the duration of the contract for the Part Time Sales Assistant position?

The contract for the Part Time Sales Assistant position is a fixed term of 6 months.

How many days a week will the Sales Assistant be required to work?

The Sales Assistant will be required to work 3 days per week.

What is the hourly wage for this position?

The hourly wage for this position is £12.60 per hour plus commission.

What experience is required for the Sales Assistant role?

A minimum of 1 year of solid experience in luxury retail, particularly with luxury wear or leather goods and accessories, is required for the Sales Assistant role.

What benefits does Vivienne Westwood offer to its employees?

Vivienne Westwood offers a competitive benefits package that includes commission, staff discounts, training, health and wellbeing support, a cycle to work scheme, generous annual leave, a pension scheme, and opportunities for skill development and career progression.

What key skills are desired in a candidate for this role?

Desired skills include excellent interpersonal skills, leadership and motivational skills, commercial awareness, experience working towards KPIs, and the ability to plan, prioritize, and cope under pressure.

Is there an opportunity for career progression within the company?

Yes, there is an opportunity to develop new skills and progress in your career within the company.

How should applicants submit their applications?

Applicants should submit their applications as soon as possible, as the application process may close before the stated deadline.

Is Vivienne Westwood an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, Vivienne Westwood is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind.

Are there opportunities for training and personal development?

Yes, the company provides training and opportunities for personal development as part of its benefits package.

Fashion & Arts
Industry
201-500
Employees
1971
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Founded in the 1970s, the Vivienne Westwood brand offers a wide range of clothing, accessories, and footwear for men and women, characterised by bold prints, unconventional silhouettes, and exquisite craftsmanship. From statement-making dresses and tailored suits to edgy outerwear and accessories adorned with the brand's signature orb logo, Vivienne Westwood's collections reflect a unique blend of glamour and sophistication. With a commitment to sustainability and ethical fashion practices, it advocates for environmental conservation and social justice.

Culture & Values

  • We strive to make quality products that respect people and the planet with every design decision by focusing on four key areas: Gaia, Quality not Quantity, Activism, Culture & Heritage. These core values inform every decision across our business & design and reflect the way we work & behave towards each other every day.

  • We use our collections, collaborations and catwalk shows as a platform to capture the imagination, and as an energizing force to promote awareness and campaign for positive activism. We strive to make our clothes with greater care, keeping heritage, craftmanship and tradition alive through innovative design. We call on our community to engage with the world we live in through appreciation of Arts & Culture.

  • We use our brand voice to raise awareness of the environmental impact of overconsumption, urging people to buy less and buy better quality clothes, while creating collections that meet this standard.