Sales Assistant/Driver
Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
Sales Assistant / Driver
Crown Paints are seeking to recruit a permanent Sales Assistant / Driver to join our fantastic team based in Scunthorpe.
The role is a permanent, part-time position working 25 hours per week (Monday - Friday and some Saturdays on a rota basis).
In return, we are offering you a salary of £12.21 per hour + bonus + excellent benefits package.
What you can expect from this role?
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 stores targets, driving innovative yet effective sales with our range of decorative paints and sundry items.
The Scunthorpe Crown Decorating Centre (CDC) is a lively store and plays a pivotal role within our national network, currently made up of 148 stores across the UK. Our customer base varies from passing one-off retail customers through to builders and trades people who hold accounts and maintain repeat business. A key part of your role will be to identify potential new customers, establish positive relationships and open customer accounts regularly.
What’s in it for you?
At Crown Paints we take pride in our warm and inclusive culture, excellent working conditions and offer an attractive reward package that includes:
36 days annual leave (including bank holidays and a paid mandatory store closure period ie. Christmas)
£12.21 plus the opportunity to earn a performance bonus each quarter
Purchase a generous amount of significantly discounted paint for personal use
A fantastic pension plan where the Company will match, and even double your contribution
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - 24/7 access to confidential support via an employee helpline with qualified counsellors
Health & wellbeing perks - a range of medical dental and optical treatments for you and your family
No nights and no Sundays!
Eating out, retail and leisure discounts
Cycle to Work Scheme
Training and development throughout your role
Who we are looking for?
We’re looking for individuals who:
Possess strong sales/retail experience
Are passionate about providing excellent customer service
Are confident making sales calls and are driven to hit sales targets
Are a team-player and adaptable to meet the needs of customers
Can work independently when required
Has a valid UK driving licence and is happy to carry out daily delivery services for customers
Have the ability to lift up to 20kg
Does this sound like you?
Apply today and start your journey with Crown Paints!
More about Crown Paints & Hempel
Crown Paints have been manufacturing paint for longer than most, over 200 years in fact, with over 60 years proudly holding the Royal Warrant. It’s fair to say that we know our craft; however, what really sets Crown apart is the support we provide for cultural, humanitarian and scientific causes across the world.
Alongside our owners, The Hempel Foundation, we place a special focus on education for children in need, and are proud to support the education of over 55,000 children across 22 projects worldwide. You can therefore guarantee here at Crown – It’s not just paint. It’s personal!
We are committed to promoting a workplace that values unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents. Creating an inclusive environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work is crucial for our success in shaping a brighter future with sustainable coating solutions £12.21/hour