Retail Sales Administrator | Maternity Cover
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Location: Mobile/roaming role, visiting all Sewell onthego sites. Based employment location will be Sewell Head Office, HU7 0DG.
Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 per year (depending on experience) plus bonus opportunity of up to 10% based on personal and company performance.
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week, working around 8:00 am - 5:00 pm to meet the needs of the business.
Maternity cover ending 26 January 2026.
Role Overview
The Retail Sales Administrator supports the day-to-day sales operations of retail sites and the business. Key responsibilities include driving sales performance, ensuring excellent customer service, and maintaining site merchandising standards.
The successful candidate will handle category management, implement sales strategies, analyze sales data, optimize store layouts, and support the Sales team and Site Managers in achieving sales targets.
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Key Responsibilities
Sales & Business Development
* Monitor and drive sales performance against KPIs, ensuring targets are met or exceeded.
* Maintain high customer satisfaction through excellent service and relevant product offerings.
* Review and adjust product mix based on customer preferences, trends, and seasonal demand.
Category Management
* Manage in-store product categories to maximize sales and ensure proper merchandising.
* Coordinate stock replenishment with suppliers and logistics to prevent stock issues.
* Support promotional activities and adjust pricing according to market trends.
Data Analysis & Reporting
* Analyze sales data for trends and improvement opportunities; present findings and action plans.
* Forecast future demand using historical data and adjust strategies accordingly.
* Prepare and present sales and inventory reports with insights and recommendations.
Requirements
Candidates should embody our core behaviors: being Positive, Professional, Customer Focused, a Team Player, and Doing the Right Thing. Essential skills include:
* Valid UK driving license and own transport.
* Retail experience, preferably in convenience stores or similar.
* Experience managing product categories and merchandising plans.
* Strong analytical skills for interpreting sales data.
* Excellent customer service and communication skills.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Flexible attitude towards working hours and supporting the team during absences.
Desirable skills include experience with EPOS systems and supervisory roles in retail.
Additional Information
Sewell Group promotes diversity and equal opportunity. An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful candidate.
Benefits
* Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
* Annual bonus opportunity.
* 30 days holiday including Bank Holidays.
* Auto Enrolment pension scheme.
* Staff discounts, high street retail discounts, Bike 2 Work, and Technology schemes.
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