Sales Assistant

WHSmith

Nov 5, 2024

Applications are closed

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

Requirements

A passion for customers having an exceptional experience in store.
Confident in communicating within the team.
Motivated to achieve fantastic results and standards.
Adaptable to meet company requirements and goals.

Responsibilities

Delivering an exceptional customer service to all customers.
Carrying out stock replenishment, ensuring all areas of the store remain tidy and inviting for our customers to shop.
Meeting high standards of display and visual merchandising helping customers find what they're looking for easily.
Being part of a team and supporting colleagues.

FAQs

What is the role of a Sales Assistant at WHSmith?

As a Sales Assistant, you will provide exceptional customer service, carry out stock replenishment, maintain store standards, and support your colleagues in a team environment.

What are the working hours for this Sales Assistant position?

The position requires working for 8 hours per week, specifically 1 day per week.

Is this position full-time or part-time?

This is a part-time position.

What is the salary for the Sales Assistant role?

The salary for this role is up to £11.50 per hour.

What type of contract is offered for this job?

The contract type is permanent.

What are the key qualities WHSmith is looking for in a Sales Assistant?

WHSmith is looking for a passion for customer service, confident communication within the team, motivation to achieve excellent results, and adaptability to meet company requirements.

What benefits do Sales Assistants receive?

Sales Assistants receive a salary, pension scheme, paid annual leave, employee discounts, and access to various deals from retail partners, along with support from the Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing.

Where is the WHSmith store located for this position?

The store is located in Wandsworth, London, with the postcode SW18 4TG.

Is evening or night work required for this Sales Assistant position?

No, the shift pattern is flexible but does not include night shifts.

What is the company's stance on inclusivity?

WHSmith is proud to be an inclusive employer, aiming for colleagues to feel welcome and free to be themselves at work.

WHSmith

The Global Travel Retailer

Retail & Consumer Goods

Industry

10,001+

Employees

1972

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

WHSmith is a leading, global travel retailer with a smaller business located on UK high streets. Since 1792, we’ve grown and evolved into a globally recognised brand, and we’re proud to be that air of familiarity people love and trust on their journey, both in life and through life. Today, we have more than 1700 stores in over 30 countries across the globe, serving millions of customers every year, and you’ll find us at airports, railway stations, hospitals and on the high street. Each of our stores and formats is tailored to meet the needs of our customers journeys; we’re the trusted home of travel essentials for the world’s travelling customer. We already operate in over 100 airports around the globe and we’re continuing to expand with a growing presence of WHSmith at international airports, and the expansion of our US businesses – Marshall Retail Group for speciality retail and InMotion, our world-leading digital and tech accessories business in travel locations - into new markets. On the high street, we’ve supported generations of customers on their journeys through life with everything from learning to read, going to school, accessing essential Post Office services to finding a great book. And our fast-growing online brands offer our customers another convenient way to shop, with personalised gifts and cards from FunkyPigeon.com and bestselling books and stationery from WHSmith.co.uk. At the heart of our business are our people and our customers. As a diverse group of over 14,000 colleagues, we are all on the same journey to a better business. Whether our colleagues are based in our stores, our distribution centres or our support centres, we’re committed to providing the opportunity for each and every member of the WHSmith team to be themselves, build their skillset, and progress on their journey with us. That’s why, as we continue our journey, our aim is simple: to make every one of life’s journeys better.