Position Overview:
We have an exciting opportunity for a Sales Assistant to join our South Shields Factory Outlet store on a part time temporary contract. You will be reliable and hardworking and have a passion for delivering excellent levels of customer service. The ideal candidate will be confident developing selling opportunities and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. You will act as a brand ambassador and will be responsible for representing the Barbour brand in a positive and professional manner.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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Contribute positively towards the sales / profitability budgets for the store through achieving personal sales targets.
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Deliver outstanding customer service at all times.
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Be a brand ambassador promoting the brand within the locality.
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Maintain shop floor standards both front and back of house.
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Undertake and apply accurate company administration procedures.
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Comply with company security procedures.
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Actively support store management procedures, in line with company policy.
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Ensure all Health & Safety regulations and company procedures are adhered to.
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Accurately process transactions through the till system.
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Undertake any other reasonable activity as may be required by senior management.
Skills and Experience:
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Excellent customer care and advanced selling skills.
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Understanding of requirements to work in a target orientated environment.
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Acting with a professional and respectful manner to all individuals.
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Understanding of current market trends in relation to clothing / fashion.
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Effective time management skills for organising self appropriately.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills to build strong relationships internally at all business levels.
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Able to analyse basic internal data and could translate into actions.
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Understanding and ability to implement visual merchandising standards.
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Information Technology skills including experience of EPOS systems, MS Outlook.
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Flexibility with working hours is essential.
Benefits:
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Staff Discount
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Healthcare Cash Plan
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25 days holiday as standard (pro rata'd to contracted hours, and contract length)
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Access to training and development activities to support your career development
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Wellbeing support
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Refer a friend bonus scheme
Additional Information:
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This is a temporary role until the end of January 2027.
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Contracts available:
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6 hours (Sundays only)
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13 hours (Weekends only)
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16 hours
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20 hours
Note: In the event that a sufficient volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.