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Sales Assistant / Driver

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Customer Relations
    Sales & Business Development

AI generated summary

  • You need strong sales experience in retail, excellent customer service skills, a proven record of meeting sales targets, and a current driving license for daily deliveries.
  • You will support the store team in achieving sales targets, drive innovative sales, identify new customers, and establish positive relationships to open accounts.

Requirements

  • We are looking for individuals who possess strong sales experience, ideally within a retail background, evidencing excellent customer service and competence in the delivery of sales targets.
  • A current driving licence and the ability to drive is essential, as the store coordinates a daily delivery service for customers.

Responsibilities

  • As a Sales Assistant/Driver you will work alongside the store team, collaboratively supporting our Store Manager, in delivering a sustainable and profitable sales growth for Crown Paints.
  • A positive and motivated approach will be key when contributing to the Huddersfield store targets, driving innovative yet effective sales with our range of decorative paints and sundry items.
  • A key part of your role will be to identify potential new customers, establish positive relationships and open customer accounts regularly.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Sales Assistant / Driver.

Where is the job location?

The job is based in Huddersfield.

What are the working hours for this position?

The role is part-time, working 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with weekends on a rota basis.

What is the hourly wage for this position?

The salary is £11.64 per hour, plus bonuses and an excellent benefits package.

What kind of experience is required for this role?

Strong sales experience is preferred, ideally within a retail background, demonstrating excellent customer service and the ability to meet sales targets.

Is a driving license necessary for this job?

Yes, a current driving license and the ability to drive is essential as the store coordinates a daily delivery service for customers.

What benefits does Crown Paints offer to employees?

Benefits include a performance bonus of up to 25% each quarter, 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays), discounts on products, a generous pension plan, and various health and wellbeing benefits.

What values does Crown Paints prioritize in their employees?

Crown Paints focuses on four values: Connecting to customers, Constantly challenging, Socially committed, and Inspiring confidence.

What is the mission of Crown Paints regarding social responsibility?

Crown Paints is committed to supporting cultural, humanitarian, and scientific causes, particularly focusing on providing education for children in need through various projects worldwide.

How long has Crown Paints been manufacturing paint?

Crown Paints has been manufacturing paint for over 200 years.

Darwen, Lancashire

Fashion & Arts
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Crown Paints is a British paint manufacturer. It has been making paint for more than 200 years and is Holder of the Royal Warrant by Appointment to Her Majesty the Queen.The company is owned by Danish decorative and protective coatings company Hempel.More than 1,250 employees work for Crown Paints, which has its headquarters in Darwen in Lancashire. Its manufacturing sites in Darwen and Hull operate to ISO 9001 quality management system and ISO 14001 environmental management system.