What you’ll be doing:
* Collecting stock from the warehouse using heavy roll cages (up to 15KG) to replenish items across the store, keeping our shelves tidy and well-presented
* Providing excellent customer service by supporting with questions and proactively offering help
* Building knowledge about our products, services, and promotions to assist with recommendations
* Checking the freshness of produce and grocery products
* Supporting store operations and assisting with deliveries as needed
What makes a great Sainsbury’s Colleague:
* Friendly, welcoming, and enthusiastic about helping customers
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, physical, and energetic environment, and thrives in team settings
* Responsible, proactive, and capable of solving problems independently
* Flexible and committed to maintaining high standards across the store; eager to learn new skills through training
* Open to using new digital tools and technology effectively
* Attentive to detail, ensuring a clean and clutter-free store, and enhancing the shopping experience
Working for us has great rewards:
We value our colleagues and offer market-leading benefits and training, including:
* Discount card – 10% off at Sainsbury’s, Argos, Tu, and Habitat after four weeks, increasing to 15% at Sainsbury’s on Fridays and Saturdays, and 15% off at Argos on pay days
* Free food and hot drinks – provided in all our stores
* Generous holiday entitlement – based on hours worked, plus maternity and paternity leave
* Pension – company matches between 4-7.5% of contributions
* Sainsbury’s share schemes – opportunity to buy shares at discounted prices
* Shopping discounts – special offers on gym memberships, restaurants, holidays, retail vouchers, and more
* Wellbeing support – including free access to our Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support and guidance
Please note that our vacancies may close quickly, so we encourage candidates to apply promptly.
An inclusive place to work and shop
We are committed to being an inclusive retailer where every colleague can thrive and every customer feels welcome. We offer various support and development opportunities, celebrate diversity, and aim to remove barriers for all. To learn more about our inclusivity initiatives, please visit here.
Should you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview stages, please let us know, and we will support you.
Working in our stores:
Our stores are vibrant, community-focused environments where food quality and service are paramount. As a Trading Assistant, you’ll be key to ensuring our stores are well-stocked and welcoming, providing customers with a great shopping experience.
Eligibility:
* You must be above the school-leaving age in your country (School leaving age - GOV.UK)
* You must have the Right to Work in the UK
* If working hours include before 6am or after 11pm, you must be at least 18 years old
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