Experienced Retail Assistant, Part Time Fixed Term - Hastings

Farmers Trading Company Ltd; Hastings; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Hastings is seeking an Experienced Retail Assistant to enhance customer experience through exceptional service and effective merchandising. Candidates should have 3-4 years of experience in retail sales, a solid grasp of visual merchandising, and a flexible, positive attitude. Key responsibilities include presenting products attractively, setting up promotions, and coaching team members. If you're passionate about retail and enjoy creating engaging in-store experiences, apply now!

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of experience in personalised retail service and sales.
• A background in in-store styling or personal shopping.
• Proven ability to set up promotions and implement new season plans.

Responsibilities

• Present product ranges attractively to inspire customers.
• Set up in-store promotions accurately and on schedule.
• Provide personalised service and coach new team members.

Skills

Customer service skills

Merchandising skills

Team leadership

Sales expertise

Visual merchandising principles

Job description

Experienced Retail Assistant, Part Time Fixed Term - Hastings

Rostered Hours:

Monday 8:45am - 5:15pm, Tuesday 8:45am - 5:15pm and Sunday 9:45am - 4:15pm

At New Zealand's leading department store, we understand the value of delivering exceptional service that goes above and beyond for our loyal customers.

We're currently on the lookout for a dedicated Retail Assistant with a strong focus on merchandising to join our Hastings team. If you have 3-4 years of experience in personalised retail sales, and a passion for creating an outstanding in-store experience, we want to hear from you!

What does a day-to-day look like?

In this role, you'll combine your merchandising skills with exceptional customer service by:

• Presenting our product ranges attractively and professionally to inspire and engage customers
• Setting up in-store promotions accurately and on schedule, ensuring offers are clear and compelling
• Implementing new season plans, making sure merchandise flows logically and draws customer attention

As a service and selling expert, your role will also include:

• Providing personalised service, consulting with customers to understand and meet their unique needs
• Advising across multiple departments, drawing on your wide product knowledge and experience
• Coaching new team members, leading by example to uphold high service standards

What will you bring to the role?

To succeed in this role, you'll bring:

• 3-4 years of experience in a personalised retail service and sales role
• A background in in-store styling or personal shopping
• Proven ability to set up promotions and implement new season adjacency plans
• A solid understanding of visual merchandising principles
• A positive, energetic attitude and flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced retail environment

If you're passionate about retail, enjoy making an impact through visual merchandising, and love helping customers find exactly what they need, apply now to become part of our trusted and dynamic team!

Entitlement to work in New Zealand
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