Senior Sales Assistant (16 hours contract) at Heron Foods

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Job summary

A leading grocery retailer is seeking a Senior Sales Assistant in Preston. This part-time role involves supporting a team, ensuring exceptional customer service, and acting as a keyholder in the absence of management. Candidates should have retail leadership experience and a strong work ethic. Enjoy various benefits, including discounts and well-being support.

Benefits

10% discount at Heron Foods and B&M stores

Career development through tailored training

24/7 GP access for well-being support

Long-service rewards and exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Previous leadership experience in retail or hospitality is required.
• Ability to thrive in a busy, fast-moving workplace.
• Key-holder experience is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Support and motivate the team to deliver exceptional results.
• Ensure high standards of customer service and resolve queries effectively.
• Maintain store presentation with well-stocked and tidy shelves.
• Assist with stock management and oversee deliveries.
• Act as keyholder, taking responsibility for the store in the absence of management.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Stock Management

Problem Solving

Job description

Job Title: Senior Sales Assistant (Part‑time) – Agency: Heron Foods – Location: Fulwood, Preston, PR2 6TY – Salary: Up to £12.21 per hour (up to £12.50 when on management duties) – Hours: 16 per week.

Why Heron Foods?

Be part of a fast‑growing company with over 340 stores. Each day brings new challenges and you'll never find yourself without meaningful tasks. As a Senior Sales Assistant, you'll enjoy a supportive team environment where your leadership truly matters.

Take advantage of a range of benefits, including:

• 10% discount at Heron Foods and B&M stores.
• Career development through tailored training and leadership programmes such as ‘Future Flyers.’
• Well‑being support: 24/7 GP access and confidential assistance for you and your family.
• Recognition and additional perks such as long‑service rewards and exclusive discounts.

What You'll Do

As a Senior Part‑time Sales Assistant, you'll take on a key leadership role to keep the store running smoothly and successfully. Your responsibilities include:

• Supporting and motivating the team to deliver exceptional results.
• Ensuring high standards of customer service and resolving queries effectively.
• Maintaining an impeccable store presentation with well‑stocked and tidy shelves.
• Assisting with stock management and overseeing deliveries.
• Acting as keyholder and taking responsibility for the store in the absence of management (including openings and closings).

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking individuals who bring:

• A friendly, approachable, and professional manner with a passion for leadership.
• A strong work ethic and the ability to thrive in a busy, fast‑moving workplace.
• Previous leadership experience in retail or hospitality, with bonus points for key‑holder experience.
• The ability to juggle multiple tasks and take ownership when stepping into a supervisory role.

Apply Today

Don’t wait — applying early is recommended as this opportunity may close soon. At Heron Foods, diversity is at the heart of our values, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Take the next step in your career and join a team where your leadership makes a real impact. Apply now!