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Christmas Sales Assistant

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations
    Sales & Business Development
  • Portsmouth

AI generated summary

  • You need a positive, resilient attitude, love for customer service, teamwork skills, flexibility for holiday shifts, and a passion for perfume with a knack for sales.
  • You will greet customers, recommend gifts, promote loyalty cards, gift-wrap, handle transactions, and maintain a tidy, festive store environment.

Requirements

  • A positive, can-do attitude and a genuine love for customer service.
  • Resilience! — you’ll be on your feet and in the thick of it!
  • A team player who thrives in a busy, high-energy environment.
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and key holiday dates.
  • A passion for perfume and a flair for sales.

Responsibilities

  • Greet every customer with a warm welcome.
  • Confidently recommend products and help customers find the perfect gift.
  • Promote our exclusive loyalty card to boost customer savings and brand loyalty.
  • Gift-wrap like a pro — ribbons, wrapping, and all the festive trimmings.
  • Handle payments and transactions quickly and accurately.
  • Keep the store looking magical — tidy, stocked, and sparkling.

FAQs

What is the role of a Christmas Sales Assistant?

The Christmas Sales Assistant is responsible for greeting customers, recommending products, promoting the loyalty card, handling payments, gift-wrapping, and maintaining the store’s festive appearance.

What are the pay rates for this position?

The pay rate for the Christmas Sales Assistant role ranges from £8.51 to £12.60.

How many contracted hours are expected for this role?

The contracted hours for the Christmas Sales Assistant position are 4 hours.

What qualifications do I need to apply?

A positive attitude, a love for customer service, resilience, teamwork skills, flexibility to work various hours, and a passion for perfume are key qualifications for this role.

What kind of work environment can I expect?

You can expect a fast-paced, busy, and high-energy work environment where no two days are the same, perfect for those who thrive in such settings.

Are there any incentives or benefits for working in this role?

Yes, you’ll benefit from a fantastic Christmas Commission Scheme, a 20% staff discount on products, access to Wagestream for financial support, wellbeing support from RetailTrust, and a supportive team environment.

Is previous experience in retail required for this position?

While specific previous experience in retail is not stated as a requirement, a genuine love for customer service and a passion for perfume are essential.

Will I be able to have time off during the holiday season?

As the role requires flexibility, including evenings, weekends, and key holiday dates, time off may be limited during the busy holiday season.

How do I apply for this position?

Interested candidates can apply for the Christmas Sales Assistant position through the application process outlined by The Perfume Shop.

Is The Perfume Shop committed to diversity and inclusion?

Yes, The Perfume Shop is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting diversity and inclusion within the workplace.

We're The Perfume People With Plenty Of Talent, Passion And Spark

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1991
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Perfume Shop has been a leader in perfume retail sales since 1992. Starting with three stores in Birmingham Bullring, Belfast, and Milton Keynes, we have expanded to over 200 locations across the UK and Ireland, offering a wide range of designer brands, classic and celebrity perfumes, aftershaves, and body products at competitive prices with outstanding service! There are c.200 people based in our Head Office in High Wycombe, with c.70 working in our Distribution Centre based in Dunstable. Driven by our mission to share our genuine passion for perfume and people, we strive to offer the most knowledgeable perfume expertise on the high street. With our highly trained teams, we make sure that every customer receives incredible service, all to make The Perfume Shop the nations favourite Offline plus Online perfume retailer. At The Perfume Shop, we are committed to our employees, our Perfume People. We prioritise fair pay and a supportive work environment, and proud to be recognised by the real Living Wage Foundation in the UK and have been awarded ‘Top Employer’ status in the UK by the Top Employers Institute. We invest in our team through apprenticeships and learning programs, cultivating expertise in perfume knowledge and customer service excellence. We celebrate the Talent, Passion and Spark of our people at every opportunity. We are actively engaged in social responsibility initiatives, supporting charitable causes such as Alzheimer’s Research UK, Look Good Feel Better, Operation Smile, and the Marie Keating Foundation. We prioritize environmental sustainability, with initiatives like our bottle recycling service, multibrand refill station, and eco-friendly packaging for online deliveries.