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Sales Assistant - Oldham

Smyths Toys Superstores

Aug 26, 2024

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Entry Level
Hospitality & Retail

Requirements

- Retail merchandising experience is desirable but is not essential.

Responsibilities

- Provide a high level of customer service
- Help your team achieve daily targets
- Ensure that the store is well stocked and well presented at all times
- Work as part of a fast-paced and dynamic team
- Be flexible to ensure that the store succeeds
- Be available to work on weekends, as they are the busiest trading days

FAQs

What is the role of a Sales Assistant at Smyths Toys?

As a Sales Assistant, you will provide a high level of customer service, help your team achieve daily targets, and ensure the store is well stocked and presented.

Is the position a permanent or temporary role?

This is a temporary contract.

What qualifications or experience do I need to apply?

Retail merchandising experience is desirable but not essential.

Are there any specific working hours for this position?

The stores are open 7 days a week, and candidates need to be flexible, especially for weekend shifts, which are the busiest trading days.

What qualities are you looking for in a candidate?

We are looking for candidates who are ambitious, hard working, energetic, and reliable.

Does Smyths Toys offer any training for new employees?

Yes, new employees will receive training to help them succeed in their role.

Is there room for advancement within the company?

Yes, as Smyths Toys is a rapidly expanding retailer, there are opportunities for career advancement.

How can I apply for the Sales Assistant position?

You can apply for the position through the Smyths Toys website or by contacting the store directly.

What should I include in my application?

You should highlight your relevant experience, enthusiasm for working in retail, and any customer service skills you possess.

Is there an age requirement to apply for the Sales Assistant position?

Applicants must meet the legal working age requirements as determined by UK law.

Smyths Toys Superstores

Retail & Consumer Goods

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

1987

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Smyths Toys Superstores are a leading provider of children's entertainment products and trade from over 100 stores throughout the UK and Ireland. Our stores are bursting with fun and excitement and offer the latest and greatest range of toys, video games, outdoor, baby, and pre-school products. We pride ourselves on offering the most competitive prices on the best possible selection of products and stock everything from dolls and action figures to baby products, video games and playsets. As the fastest growing toy retailer in the UK, we recognise the importance of putting our customers first and aim to achieve this through offering the best service at the best possible prices, all served through our unique brand of fun. We know that the best way to deliver this service is through the strength of our staff and we are constantly on the lookout for new members to join our team. In 2018 we acquired Toys R Us in Germany, Austria and Switzerland, adding a further 90 stores across central European. This brings our total number of stores across Ireland, the UK and Europe to over 200. There’s never been a better or more exciting time to join Smyths Toys. We have a number of exciting job opportunities available which represent an excellent opportunity to join a highly successful and dynamic organisation with significant growth plans. Areas in which we recruit include Marketing, Buying, Logistics, IT, Customer Service, Accounting and Payroll functions, and Store Managers and Sales Assistants. There is promotional potential in all roles and we are seeking employees who are passionate, have the ability to work hard and have a strong desire to understand how the retail business works.