Sales Assistant - Johnstone's Decorating Centre
Posted 6 hours 42 minutes ago by PPG Industries (UK) Limited
We now have an exciting, permanent vacancy for a Sales Assistant within our Architectural Coatings division. We're looking for a customer focused individual to become a key member of our friendly and supportive team. Previous experience in a customer facing environment and a good understanding of IT systems is desirable, but not essential, as we will support you all along the way with in-store training.
Why you'll love working here- Competitive starting salary with yearly reviews
- Commercial uncapped bonus scheme paid quarterly
- 33 days of annual leave, including bank holidays
- Guaranteed 39 hours pay per week with overtime or lieu time available
- Great work/life balance: Our stores are closed Saturday afternoons and Sundays, with no late evenings after 5pm!
- Generous company pension contributions
- Excellent career progression: We develop our people with online opportunities and the PPG Training Academy
- Fantastic company-funded private healthcare plan, with options to extend coverage to family members
- Generous staff discount on paint and decorating tools at Johnstone's Decorating Centre
- Colleague recognition program that recognises and rewards our colleagues
- Inclusive and engaging workplace - We foster a culture of inclusion for all (Our engagement scores show it!)
- Colleague assistance programme for 24/7 wellbeing support and cycle to work scheme
As a Sales Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
- Serve customers on the trade counter and in store, in a friendly and professional manner.
- Undertake all required training to help you to confidently select the correct product for our customers' needs and to promote our brand.
- Ensure your store always looks well-presented and clean.
- Follow stock management procedures by taking in deliveries and keeping the shelves full.
- Previous experience in a customer facing environment is desirable
- Good communications skills with a positive customer focus attitude
- Good understanding of IT systems
- Flexibility towards working hours and duties
- Driving license is desirable
The PPG offers equality of opportunities to all candidates and employees. We provide an environment that encourages learning and growth, celebrates diversity, and respects every individual's right to professional development. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without distinction of sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
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Salary ranges and benefits may vary by location to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. Compensation decisions consider multiple factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, training, qualifications, education, licenses, certifications, and organizational needs.
Employee benefit programs are designed to support health and well being. Coverage and benefits will be provided in accordance with applicable plan terms and conditions, and will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.
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