Sales Assistant – Gateshead

Job title:

Sales Assistant – Gateshead

Company

IKEA

Job description

Sales Assistant – Gateshead“You care about making a positive impact in the world. You understand greatness requires thinking differently. An inclusive and accepting work environment is important to you.A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings. Together, we work to make a better everyday life for the many. It’s the perfect fit if you want to contribute, grow, and share. Join the team and start a better life for yourself.”LocationNewcastle (Gateshead)Employment typePart Time PermanentDepartmentSales & CommercialDeadline2024-08-18You already applied for this job.Candidate profile (text) – Default language IKEA Gateshead are looking to welcome a Sales Assistant.Key responsibilities (text) We are excited to welcome new sales co-worker to join our amazing team in Kitchen sales. We look forward to your contributions and are thrilled to have you on board.Expected Starting Date: 1st September2024WHAT WE OFFER

• £12.00 basic hourly rate
• Living Wage Foundation Employer

12 hours working mainly weekends with availability to work Monday, Wednesday and FridayWORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS
Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family’s everyday needs.

• 15% co-worker discount & I-Benefits discount portal helping you save £100’s on

High Street retailers

• Free & Confidential Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing Portal
• X3 Life Assurance, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans
• Free parking and you can also enjoy a free hot or cold meal option every shift

as well as so much moreWHAT YOU’LL NEED TO HAVE

• You have a pro-active approach, love multi-tasking, and are passionate about being part of the team but also can work independently.
• You have a customer first mindset, where you make the customer feel valued and supported in everything you do.
• You are self-driven, make clear decisions, and use your initiative daily.

. You prioritise and organise your own work to make efficient use of the time available with strong attention to detail.WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

• You provide an exceptional shopping experience for our customers by actively approaching them to identify their needs and advising them on the best solutions for their life at home.
• You are always passionate about the range, curious to learn the stories behind the products and their design
• You support maximising sales by ensuring your areas of responsibility is clean, fully stocked, all products priced, well presented and easy to shop. Some products may involve heavy lifting.
• You are competent with IT to use planning tools, Microsoft office, using the internet and relevant programmes to support selling to the customer

WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE
It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us, and feel valued in the workplace.Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the manyRECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION
If you have any special requirements during the interview process, please let us know as soon as possible.First step, please attach an updated CV with your application so we can get to know you better.
Second step, successful candidates will receive information about the next steps via email.
Third step, if successful you will be invited to an interview with one of our hiring managers.Come see things a little differently with us and be part of creating a better everyday life for the many.IKEA reserves the right to close a job vacancy earlier than originally advertised.For any advice or support, email us @ june.priest@ingka.ikea.com and we’ll be happy to help!Why you will love usFrom the deep forests in Sweden, we have spread our culture and values around the world. At the heart of our offer are our beautiful home-furnishing products and solutions, made with care for our planet, reaching millions of customers.At the heart of our business, are our wonderful co-workers representing diversity in all dimensions and passionate for life at home. We all contribute with our uniqueness and we want to grow and develop together.Our vision, “to create a better everyday life for the many people” inspires and guides us in everything we do. This is IKEA.What we all have in common

• Living our values
• Being your unique self, while respecting and including others
• A passion for home furnishing
• Performing & delivering while learning & developing
• Having fun!

Expected salary

Location

Gateshead, Tyne and Wear – Newcastle

Job date

Fri, 09 Aug 2024 00:16:52 GMT

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