Store Assistant

Sales Assistant -£30,000–£32,000 + Annual Bonus + Monthly Sales Bonus44 hours per week | Mon–Fri + every second SaturdayOccasional travel between two local store sites

Our client is a well-established paint and hardware retailer, and we are recruiting a motivated Sales Assistant to support the day-to-day running of their busy retail operation. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys hands-on retail work, excellent customer service, and being part of a friendly, fast-paced team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sales assistant & Customer Service — Assist customers with product selection, process payments accurately, and deliver outstanding service


• Order Processing — Handle over-the-counter sales orders and payment transactions


• Deliveries & Stock Control — Check incoming/outgoing deliveries, liaise with suppliers, and maintain stock levels


• E-Commerce Support — Process online store and eBay orders, prepare parcels, and update product listings


• Paint Mixing — Mix paints to customer requirements (training provided)


• Warehouse Tasks — Store incoming goods, maintain basement stock areas, and report damaged/undelivered items


• Documentation — Match purchase orders, delivery notes and invoices, and pass to accounts


• Stock Taking — Assist with stock counts and communicate stock needs to the Store Manager


• Customer Queries — Resolve enquiries and complaints professionally


• Health & Safety — Follow company H&S procedures to maintain a safe working environment


• Multi-Site Support — Provide cover at a second store when required

What we are looking for;

• Sales Assistant retail or Trade Counter Experience preferred


• Strong customer service and communication skills


• Good organisational ability and attention to detail


• Comfortable working in a busy, hands-on environment


• Reliable, proactive, and able to work independently


• Willing to travel between two store sites when needed

Key Benefits- Competitive salary

• Annual performance-related bonus


• 30 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)


• Staff discount


• Company pension

“If this sounds like the right opportunity for you- please apply, we would be delighted to hear from you.”

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