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Sales Assistant

Reed
Posted a day ago, valid for 16 days
Location

London, Greater London SE1 1PE, England

Salary

£28,500 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • The Sales Assistant position offers an annual salary of £28,500 and is located in South Bermondsey.
  • This full-time role requires a proactive individual with an electrical background and experience in customer service or sales.
  • Key responsibilities include managing office communications, maintaining customer relationships, and ensuring a well-presented sales environment.
  • Candidates should possess excellent communication skills, the ability to multitask, and strong organizational abilities.
  • The role involves rotating shifts and requires flexibility to perform various tasks within the branch.

Sales Assistant

  • Annual Salary: £28,500
  • Location: South Bermondsey
  • Job Type: Full-time

My client is seeking a proactive and customer-oriented Sales Assistant with an electrical background to join our team. This role involves a variety of responsibilities from managing office communications to maintaining excellent customer service on the shop floor. The ideal candidate will be flexible, able to manage multiple tasks, and committed to contributing to the smooth running of our branch.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Handle all office emails and manage the office phone line, liaising with customers and suppliers.
  • Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, colleagues, and customers.
  • Provide outstanding customer service on the shop floor.
  • Manage and display stock on the trade counter, ensuring products are well-presented and accessible.
  • Carry out various tasks to support the overall running of the branch, including order picking, creating quotations, and handling trade counter sales.
  • Keep the sales environment clean and tidy, ensuring it is always well-presented to positively influence performance.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • Experience in customer service or sales is preferred.
  • Flexibility to perform various roles within the branch as needed.
  • Background or understanding of electrical products and the electrical industry.

Benefits:

  • Competitive yearly bonuses.
  • Opportunities for career progression.
  • On-site parking.
  • 21 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Hours:

  • Rotating shifts: 7:00am – 4:30pm or 8:00am – 5:30pm
  • One Saturday a month: Half day from 8:30am – 12:00pm

To apply for this Sales Assistant position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.