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Seasonal Retail Sales Assistant

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The Works Stores Ltd

27d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations
    Sales & Business Development
  • 18d left

AI generated summary

  • You excel in customer engagement with positivity and creativity, thrive in fast-paced environments, and manage stock efficiently like a pro. Your multitasking skills make you a retail champion!
  • You will provide friendly service, assist customers, manage deliveries, merchandise products creatively, and maintain a festive store atmosphere while enjoying the holiday spirit.

Requirements

  • Genuine and authentic: Your positivity, creativity, and passion for our brand and products shine through like twinkling lights on a Christmas tree. Talking to people is your superpower, and customers can’t resist your helpful recommendations!
  • Resilient champion: You can handle the fast-paced retail environment like a boss, juggling busy days, heavy deliveries, and customers with ease. You’re the ultimate multitasking hero!
  • Stock magician: You tackle the puzzle of sorting, pricing, and merchandising deliveries like Santa’s little helper! Embrace the boxes; they’ve got nothing on you!

Responsibilities

  • Excite and Delight: Spread joy with your friendly service and inspire customers to read, learn, create, or play with our magical products!
  • Loyalty Ambassador: Jingle all the way as you help customers to craft a christmas well spent and know they can get more bang for their money at The Works – they’ll thank you with bells on!
  • Merchandising Marvel: Unwrap your creative flair by following our planograms for key product areas. And when you have the freedom, let your creativity dance like snowflakes in non-planogrammed spaces to catch the eye!
  • Deliveries: Become a puzzle-master as you manage heavy deliveries, price & label products like a pro, sort items onto shop floor displays, and make sure the stockroom is as snug as a Christmas stocking!
  • Have fun! Be your best, authentic elf-self and embrace the opportunity to connect with our brand, colleagues, and customers. Have a jolly good time making the store a twinkling wonderland to visit and work!

FAQs

What is the duration of the contract for the Seasonal Retail Sales Assistant position?

The contract is fixed-term and will end on 31st December 2024.

How many hours per week will I be working in this role?

You will be working 8 hours per week.

Is there a possibility of permanent employment after the seasonal contract?

While we can't make any promises right now, there is often potential for some seasonal colleagues to be taken on permanently after the initial contract ends.

What are the main responsibilities of a Seasonal Retail Sales Assistant?

Key responsibilities include welcoming customers, managing deliveries, merchandising products, providing excellent customer service, and helping create an enjoyable shopping experience.

What perks are offered to Seasonal Retail Sales Assistants?

Perks include a 25% colleague discount, exclusive online discounts through My Works, access to training via the Can-Do Academy, early access to wages through Wage/Paystream, and 24/7 support for you and your family through an Employee Assistance Programme.

What kind of work environment can I expect?

You can expect a supportive, friendly, and inclusive work environment where you can be your authentic self, with a culture that promotes teamwork and creativity.

Are there opportunities for training and development in this role?

Yes, you will have instant access to courses and training in areas that interest you through the Can-Do Academy.

What skills and behaviors are important for this position?

Important skills include being genuine and authentic, resilient in a fast-paced environment, and having strong organizational skills for managing stock and deliveries.

How does The Works promote diversity and inclusion?

The Works is committed to an inclusive culture, welcoming under-represented groups and being open to discussions around flexible working and reasonable adjustments for interviews.

Will I need to be physically capable of handling stock in this role?

Yes, the role can be physically demanding, so you should be comfortable managing stairs and handling heavy stock.

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The Works Stores Ltd

Ambition: To become one of the most loved retailers in the UK - the go-to place for reading, learning, creativity & play

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1981
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Works is a retail company that offers a wide range of products, including books, arts and crafts supplies, toys, games, and stationery. They aim to provide affordable and inspiring products for families, students, and hobbyists, making creativity and learning accessible to everyone. By offering a diverse selection of quality items at great value, The Works strives to encourage a love of reading, creativity, and play, enhancing the lives of their customers and fostering a vibrant community spirit.