ABOUT OUR STORE:
A unique pet store set in the heart of Swaffham working together for the love of pets. You aren't just selling products; you are helping pet parents find the very best for their pets Join us today for a career that will love you back (who wouldn't want wagging tails. kisses and cuddles with furry paws?)
ABOUT THE POSITION(S) AVAILABLE:
Love Pets? You will love working here We hope to find a highly motivated person that will fit into our busy team, we need all hands (or paws, wings, fins, whatever you have) on deck to ensure we are operating efficiently. MUST be a pet lover and can relate and understand the passion we and our customers have for animals. We require someone who is self-motivated using their own initiative, is passionate about their work and wants to succeed. You will be working in a busy atmosphere that requires much lifting and carrying and entails you being on your feet all day. You will be cross-trained in the following areas –
* Customer Service: You'll be an essential part of creating connections with pet parents. You'll welcome them (and their pets) into the store, facilitate an easy process as a cashier and ensure that they found everything they required, displaying excellent customer service skills.
* Knowledge and Advice: You will be required to offer advice on all products - full training will be given, ensuring you can help owners find exactly what they may need. Good communication skills and the ability to speak confidently about products would be desired.
* Merchandising and Replenishment: Restocking/replenishing, stock rotation and executing deliveries is integral to ensure our shelves remain full wherever possible. Availability is the key. Ensuring the store is kept clean and tidy with general cleaning maintenance and COVID safe.
THE WARM AND FUZZIES:
We've highlighted the main job responsibilities as best as we can. Experience in Retail Sales would be required and good pet and animal knowledge with a genuine interest in animals would be beneficial. We can offer you incentive driven training, staff discount, staff uniform and free staff parking. You will be entitled to a 1/2hr unpaid break when working over 4 hours. We offer flexibility but also seek that in return. You must be fully flexible to be able to work overtime and be willing to provide holiday cover. Overtime will be regularly available.
We have a part time, permanent job available, approx. 30 hours per week. You will be required to work both weekdays AND weekends depending on our rota. You will be required to work on your own at weekends only after you are fully trained and feel comfortable - therefore confidence, reliability and a 'get up and go' attitude is essential.
Days and shifts will be discussed in more detail at the interview stage. There is a possibility the hours can be split amongst multiple individuals, if we find the right candidate(s).
To apply, please request an application form and send along with a CV and optional cover letter/email why you think you would be the ideal person for this position. Applications are to be sent to - Laura Palmer, Mutleys Pet Supplies, Unit 4A/4B Tower Meadow, Swaffham, Norfolk PE37 7LT or to the return email on the application form. Successful candidates will then be forwarded to the interview process.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £11.50-£12.30 per hour
Expected hours: 8 – 40 per week
Benefits:
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Store discount
Experience:
* Retail sales: 1 year (preferred)
* Customer Service: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person