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Seasonal Retail Sales Assistant

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Glasgow
  • 24d left

AI generated summary

  • You need positivity, creativity, and strong communication skills; resilience for a fast-paced environment; and the ability to efficiently sort, price, and merchandise stock.
  • You’ll provide friendly service, engage customers, manage deliveries, merchandise creatively, and ensure a joyful store atmosphere during the festive season.

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 2025.

Is there potential for permanent employment after the seasonal contract?

Yes, there is often potential for us to take on some seasonal colleagues on a permanent basis after the initial festive contract.

What is the contract type and working hours for this position?

This position is a 4-hour contract.

What are some of the perks offered to employees?

Employees receive a 25% colleague discount, exclusive online discounts, access to training courses, early wage access, and 24/7 support for them and their families.

What will my main responsibilities be as a Seasonal Retail Sales Assistant?

Your main responsibilities will include providing friendly service to customers, merchandising products, managing deliveries, and creating an inviting store atmosphere.

What kind of customer interaction is expected in this role?

You will be expected to engage with customers, inspire them to explore our products, and provide helpful recommendations.

Are there physical demands in this job?

Yes, the role can be physically demanding, involving tasks such as managing heavy stock and handling deliveries.

How is the company culture described?

The company culture is described as supportive, friendly, and inclusive, where employees can be their authentic selves.

What skills or behaviors are valued in this position?

Valued skills include being genuine and authentic, resilient in a fast-paced environment, and good at managing stock and deliveries.

Does The Works promote diversity and inclusion?

Yes, The Works is proud to have an inclusive culture and supports diverse groups including ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community.

Are there flexible working options available?

Yes, The Works is open to discussions around working hours and flexible working arrangements.

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.