Shoezone has an opportunity for a Sales Assistant to join our team based in Ashford. You will join us on a part-time (13 hours), permanent basis, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary dependent on age. After being with the company for 3 years, you will be on the national minimum wage for 21+ year olds regardless of your age. You will also receive career development opportunities and great benefits.
This position requires you to work 3 days during the week and a Saturday. Flexibility for the rest of the week is also required, and the core rota is subject to change based on the needs of the business.
About Us
We are a retail footwear retailer operating from town centre, retail park, and digital platforms, offering low-price, high-quality footwear for the whole family, with free next-day delivery on all orders, seven days a week. We operate from 280 stores and have approximately 2,200 employees across the UK.
Our store portfolio includes 91 town centre stores, which stock the core shoezone product range, and 144 hybrid town centre stores, along with 43 larger retail park stores, which also stock additional brands such as Skechers, Hush Puppies, and Kickers.
shoezone.com offers online exclusive footwear, complementing our store network and marketplaces, providing a full multi-channel customer service experience.
Annually, we sell approximately 14.5 million pairs of shoes at an average retail price of £13.
The Sales Assistant Role
We provide comprehensive training and development for our Sales Assistants to equip them with the knowledge, confidence, and skills needed to excel. A genuine enthusiasm and passion for helping people, along with a motivation to learn and develop, are essential.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
* Working in a busy and fast-paced environment
* Potentially undertaking key-holding duties
What We’re Looking For
* Hands-on attitude with the ability to quickly adapt and contribute
* Team player with a positive, can-do attitude
* Flexibility and supportiveness for store needs (availability to be discussed at interview)
Benefits
* Holidays starting at 28 days, increasing to 33 days after 5 years of service
* Profit Share Scheme
* 25% Discount on all products
* Birthday Holiday
* Opportunities for Progression and Development
* Workplace pension including life cover
* Access to services of the Retail Trust for emotional support, grants, legal, and financial advice
Due to the high volume of applications, if you haven't heard from us within 4 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
If you believe you have the skills and experience to be our Sales Assistant, please click ‘apply’ today or visit the store to register your interest. We look forward to hearing from you!
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