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Wilsons Carpets is a proud family-run business, established in 1968 and still owned and operated by the Wilson family today. With 19 retail stores across Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, and Nottinghamshire, as well as multiple warehouses, we have grown to become the largest independent flooring and bed retailer in the region. We are one of the largest stockists of carpets and flooring in the country, something that gives us the edge in the industry offering immediate availability on all of our products.
We pride ourselves on delivering a no-pressure, customer-focused shopping experience while offering the lowest prices in the country—something we actively guarantee and work hard to maintain. Our commitment to outstanding service and unbeatable value has been the foundation of our continued success and growth.
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We are looking for a Sales Consultant atour Pontefract Store, Towerworks, Southgate, Pontefract, WF8 1QT.
Package
Salary : Average Salesperson earnings including bonus and commission £31-36k+. Stronger salespeople exceed this average. We never cap commission and there are no thresholds for commission earning, it is paid from day one.
£26k-£27k starting salary depending on experience, plus bonus and commission.
Contract : Full Time, Permanent
Hours : 40 hours per week – Any 5 days out of 7 (Monday to Sunday - rota set by the company)
Benefits
· Competitive basic salary
· Commission and bonus on targets and sales
· Private medical insurance and cashback plans after 3 months
· 28 days annual holiday (inclusive of UK bank holidays)
· Company Contributory Pension Scheme (after 3 months)
· Generous staff and family discounts on carpets, beds & furniture
· Generous Long Service Awards
Job Summary
As a Sales Consultant, you'll deliver a welcoming, no-pressure experience for every customer, helping them find the right products to suit their needs from our extensive range. We're looking for someone with strong communication skills, a genuine passion for what we sell, and a customer-first attitude. If you're enthusiastic, sales-driven, and committed to outstanding service, we'd love to hear from you.
Key responsibilities
· Assist and advise customers with making purchases from a wide variety of quality floor coverings including carpets, rugs, laminate flooring, artificial grass, beds, and furniture
· Issuing quotes to customers
· Processing customer sales
· Ensuring all products and materials are ordered and in stock
· Adhering to company store sales, cash handling and banking procedures
· Ensure that the appearance of the store is kept clean and tidy in line with the company standards
· Any other duties as directed by line management
Competencies/Key Skills Required
· An excellent proven track record in face to face sales (flooring sales would be an advantage, but not essential).
· Excellent customer service skills
· Able to work off their own initiative
· Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
· Organisational skills including a high level of attention to detail
· The ability to assess and help customers efficiently and knowledgeably
· Health & Safety conscious
· Computer literate
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The job advert is an outline summary of the key responsibilities and accountabilities involved in the job role. This is not an exhaustive list, and a full job description will be provided and discussed should the prospective candidate proceed to an interview.
We are an equal opportunities employer. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Please ensure you have the Right To Work in the UK before applying.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £26,000.00-£27,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
* Private medical insurance
* Store discount
Experience:
* Face to Faces Sales: 1 year (required)
* Flooring Sales: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person