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Sales Assistant

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Claire's

Sep 24, 2024

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations
    Hospitality & Retail
  • Preston
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need some high school education, strong communication and math skills, basic computer knowledge, customer service understanding, ability to lift up to 75 lbs, and POS system operation skills.
  • You will drive sales, provide friendly customer service, assist with product queries, manage store deliveries, maintain visual standards, and support ear piercing after training.

Requirements

  • Some high school required
  • Excellent verbal/written communication and organizational skills
  • Basic computer skills
  • Understands the importance of Customer Service
  • Sound understanding of mathematics and strong reading comprehension skills
  • Ability to stand during scheduled shifts
  • Ability to maneuver up to 25 lbs regularly and up to 75 lbs occasionally
  • Bending, stooping, extended reaching, climbing ladders and step stools while placing merchandise throughout the store and assisting Customers
  • Ability to operate POS system

Responsibilities

  • Supporting your Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager with the achievement of retail store targets by driving sales
  • Delivering sales through friendly and efficient customer service
  • Ensuring our customers have a fun and enjoyable shopping experience
  • Demonstrating Claire's products
  • Assisting customers with their queries using your product knowledge
  • Assisting with processing store deliveries, visual merchandising, stock takes, markdowns and promotions
  • Ear piercing (you will receive full training)
  • Ensuring the store looks presentable and inviting to our customers

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Sales Assistant at Claire's?

As a Sales Assistant at Claire's, you will support your Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager in achieving retail targets, deliver friendly customer service, assist customers with queries, process deliveries, manage visual merchandising, and perform ear piercing after receiving training.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Some high school education is required, along with excellent verbal and written communication skills, basic computer skills, a sound understanding of mathematics, and strong reading comprehension skills.

Is experience in customer service necessary for this role?

While experience in customer service is not explicitly required, a strong understanding of the importance of customer service is essential.

Will I receive training for ear piercing?

Yes, full training will be provided for ear piercing.

Do I need to be able to lift heavy items for this job?

Yes, you should be able to maneuver up to 25 lbs regularly and up to 75 lbs occasionally, as well as perform tasks such as bending, stooping, and climbing ladders.

Is Claire's committed to diversity and inclusion?

Yes, Claire's is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.

What is the store environment like at Claire's?

Claire's offers a fun and inviting store environment where team members are encouraged to wear the products, contributing to a vibrant shopping experience.

Will I have opportunities for professional development at Claire's?

Yes, Claire's supports your development and provides the skills you need to grow within the company if you are committed, ambitious, and willing to learn.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

For more than 60 years, Claire’s has opened the door to self-discovery for people of all ages. We’re dedicated to encouraging this through each experience and product discovery. As a global brand powerhouse for self-expression, we’re passionate about our purpose and our people. Trusted by consumers around the world, our Claire’s and Icing brands deliver immersive experiences through more than 2,600 company-operated Claire’s and Icing stores in North America and Europe, more than 275 Claire’s franchise stores primarily in the Middle East and South Africa, and over 13,000 concessions globally across 30 retail partners. Behind each consumer experience, is a team of truly inspirational people who show up as they are and encourage others to do the same every day. Supporting our team members as they grow, change and reinvent themselves is how we get stronger and more innovative as an organization, creating an inclusive and diverse culture that inspires us all to dream and achieve.