Sales Assistant

Whsmithcareers; Middleton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in the UK is seeking a Sales Assistant to deliver exceptional customer service and enhance in-store experiences. Responsibilities include stock replenishment and maintaining visual merchandising standards. The ideal candidate will demonstrate adaptability, motivation, and confidence in team communication. The role offers a competitive salary, employee discounts, and supports wellbeing through various programs. Working hours vary weekly, primarily on weekends.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Paid annual leave

Employee discounts

Retail partner deals

Qualifications

• Passion for delivering exceptional customer service to all customers.
• Confidence in communicating within the team.
• Motivation to achieve fantastic results and standards.
• Adaptability to meet company requirements and goals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service to all customers.
• Carry out stock replenishment, keeping areas tidy and inviting.
• Meet high standards of display and visual merchandising.
• Support the team in a collaborative environment.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Motivation

Adaptability

Job description

What being a Sales Assistant is all about

• Deliver exceptional customer service to all customers.
• Carry out stock replenishment, keeping all areas tidy and inviting for customers.
• Meet high standards of display and visual merchandising, helping customers find what they’re looking for easily.
• Support the team and be part of a collaborative environment.

What our Stores would love to see

• Passion for customers and an exceptional in‑store experience.
• Confidence in communicating within the team.
• Motivation to achieve fantastic results and standards.
• Adaptability to meet company requirements and goals.

How we reward our teams

In addition to competitive salary, pension scheme, paid annual leave and employee discounts, you’ll enjoy a range of retail partner deals to save money and create memories, from meals to adventures and tickets to the latest blockbuster.

Your wellbeing matters: our Employee Assistance Programme supports you with professional guidance for physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

About us

WHSmith is growing across airports, hospitals, rail stations and motorway services, offering products to everyone on any life journey. Our InMotion brand delivers an amazing customer experience with the latest tech, while partnerships with suppliers like M&S and Costa Coffee broaden our offering throughout the UK. We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming colleagues to be themselves.

Hours

Sat 8‑1 pm / Sun 1‑7 pm / Wed 3‑8 pm
Hours vary week by week