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Sales Assistant

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Superdrug

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations

AI generated summary

  • You should have a positive mindset, strong communication skills, a passion for health & beauty, a willingness to learn, flexibility in hours, and be open to training for piercing services.
  • You will serve customers, promote products, maintain store appearance, stock shelves, and contribute to achieving sales targets while enjoying opportunities for training and progression.

Requirements

  • A positive mindset & clear communication skills
  • Passionate about health & beauty and customer service
  • Desire to learn and improve your knowledge/skills
  • Flexible in working hours and adaptable to change
  • Willingness to carry out piercing services for our customers (training provided and not essential as part of the role)

Responsibilities

  • As a Sales Assistant at Superdrug, you’ll be right at the heart of the action—serving customers with a smile, sharing our amazing Star Buys, and making sure everyone leaves feeling great!
  • You’ll help keep the store looking its best and fully stocked, while playing a key role in smashing store targets.
  • It’s a hands-on, fast-paced role that’s never boring and packed with chances to learn.
  • We see our Sales Assistants as future Team Leaders, and we’ll give you everything you need to grow—with brilliant training, and real opportunities to progress.

FAQs

What is the location of the Sales Assistant position?

The position is located at 16 New Market, Beccles NR34 9HB, United Kingdom.

What is the working hours for this position?

The Sales Assistant role offers 8 hours a week with the opportunity to work more hours. Shifts are flexible with 7-day availability between 7am-8pm.

What is the salary range for the Sales Assistant role?

The salary for this position ranges from £9.75 to £13.00 per hour.

Is there an opportunity for career progression?

Yes, Superdrug views Sales Assistants as future Team Leaders and provides training and opportunities for advancement.

What qualifications or skills are required for the role?

Candidates should have a positive mindset, clear communication skills, and a passion for health and beauty and customer service. Flexibility in working hours and adaptability to change are also essential.

Will I receive training for piercing services?

Yes, while willingness to carry out piercing services is a requirement, training will be provided and is not essential as part of the role.

What are some benefits of working at Superdrug?

Benefits include up to 28 days of holiday, up to 30% discount for you and a friend or family member, excellent training, and access to Stream for tracking earnings in real-time.

How does the scheduling and pay system work?

Employees can use Stream, an app that lets them track shifts and earnings throughout the month, and access up to 40% of their pay ahead of payday for added flexibility.

What is the process for applying for the Sales Assistant position?

The process involves submitting an application online with your CV, initial screening by store teams, interviews, and if successful, an offer and onboarding process.

Are part-time employees eligible for holiday pay?

Yes, part-time employees are eligible for up to 28 days of holiday, which is pro-rated, and can also buy or sell holiday days.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Our purpose is quite simply to be the best in everyday accessible beauty and health. We are committed to bring innovation and the latest styles and trends to every high street in the UK and Southern Ireland at fantastic prices. As well as the best big beauty and health brands, our customers will also find a host of exclusive products that they won’t find anywhere else. Plus our Superdrug Own Brand collection is not only great value, it is excellent quality and all our beauty and toiletries Own Brand products carry the leaping bunny symbol which show they are certified by Cruelty Free International. We currently have over 800 stores including stores in the Republic Of Ireland and employ 12,500 colleagues. 200 stores have pharmacies with pharmacy consulting rooms. We currently have 15 stores with nurse clinics offering health checks but there’s much more to who we are. At Superdrug we’re part of the biggest health and beauty retailer in the world – A.S. Watson Group, operating retail stores across Europe and Asia. A key element to our brand's success is ensuring that our team is trained to give customers the service and quality they deserve. Through our retail academy team members are given the skills, confidence and knowledge to offer customers the best beauty and health advice on the high street.