Sales Assistant (8hr FTC) - Bath
Posted 1 week ago by Dr. Martens plc
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Bath, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The role of Sales Assistant at Dr. Martens in Bath involves supporting store operations during the busy Summer trading period. Responsibilities include assisting in the stockroom, processing transactions, and engaging with customers to enhance their shopping experience. Candidates should possess a passion for the brand and demonstrate flexibility in working hours. The position offers opportunities for permanent employment and various employee benefits.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support stockroom operations, deliveries, and stock organization.
- Act as a 'runner' to assist sales team with product availability.
- Serve as store greeter, managing customer flow and directing them appropriately.
- Process transactions at the till to ensure positive customer interactions.
- Share enthusiasm for Dr. Martens products with customers.
Key Skills:
- Experience in retail or service environment, preferably with a fashion/lifestyle brand.
- Flexibility to work weekends and evenings.
- Availability for key seasonal trading days during Summer Peak.
- Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships.
- Resilience and energetic approach to a demanding work environment.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Bath
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Retail
We are looking for flexible part time Sales Assistants to work in our Bath store to support our teams as we prepare for Summer trading!
THE GIG
Our stores get busy during Summer and there are various areas of the store operation where you might help us as a Sales Assistant. Depending on your skills and experience you could be;
- Supporting in the stockroom, helping with deliveries and organising our stock to make it quick, easy and safe for the team to get it to the shop floor for the customer.
- Acting as a ‘runner’ making sure the team selling product are getting the products and sizes they need to meet our customers needs.
- Taking on the role of store greeter, making sure the store is not too full, queue control, welcoming customers and directing them to the right product or team member.
- Processing transactions on the till making sure the last interaction you have with our customers is a positively memorable one for them.
- Sharing your passion for Docs and selling our iconic product to our customers!
THE STUFF THAT SETS YOU APART
It’s never just a job at Dr. Martens. It’s a way of life. We live and breathe our Fundamentals: INTEGRITY. PROFESSIONAL. PASSIONATE. TEAM PLAYERS. Working for Dr. Martens is everything you’d expect it to be. We’re a diverse, passionate bunch who believe each role is as unique as the person who does it. To be our Sales Assistant you will also possess these qualities:
- Similar experience within a retail or service environment, particularly with a fashion/lifestyle brand would be ideal but not essential.
- Flexibility to work weekends and evenings in line with store opening hours and operating needs.
- Be available to work key seasonal trading days over the Summer Peak season.
- An enthusiasm for Docs and confidence to share this with our customers.
- Excellent communication skills, able to build relationships with a diverse team.
- Resilience and an energetic approach to work, our stores get busy and the role can be physically & mentally demanding particularly when dealing with large numbers of customers, stock and deliveries.
- Professional, but also authentic and fearless!
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
- Bonus incentives
- Free pair of Docs
- Market leading product discount
- Generous Holiday Allowance (Pro rata)
- Opportunities for permanent employment
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders
Interested? Apply now!
At Dr. Martens, we are committed to creating an environment in which we can all be our best and bring our authentic selves to work. We encourage applications, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, or disability. Diverse and inclusive teams have a positive impact on our brand; helping us to speak authentically to our consumers. We strive to develop a business where our people can thrive and feel empowered to express themselves. Because we believe everyone should feel supported and included, whatever their role in the Dr. Martens community.