Sales Assistant

"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."

Location

Newcastle (Gateshead)

Employment type

Part Time Permanent

Department

Sales & Commercial

Deadline

IKEA Gateshead are looking to welcome a Sales Assistant.

WHAT WE OFFER

• The Start Date of employment will be 22nd & 23rd November.
• Competitive hourly rate of £12.60 per hour.
• 16 Hours working 4 days per week, mainly evening until 22:00pm and weekends shifts including 3 out of 4 weekends.
• We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.

WORKING 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% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100's on High-street retailers.
• Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans.
• Flexi Holiday Plan
• Family Friendly childcare & wellbeing support

well so much more

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE

• You have a forward thinking mindset, are capable of working on multiple tasks and appreciate being part of the team but also can work with minimum supervision.
• You have a customer first mindset, where you make the customer know they are valued and supported in everything you do.
• You are collaborative, make clear decisions, and use your initiative daily.
• You prioritise and organise your own work to make efficient use of the time in fast-paced environment available with strong attention to detail.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

• Support the implementation of seasonal range changes throughout the store.
• Act quickly on commercial opportunities; change the availability of products, overstocks and out of stocks.
• You support maximising sales by ensuring your area of responsibility is clean, fully stocked, all products priced, well presented and easy to shop. Some products may involve heavy lifting.
• You are always interested in the range, curious to learn the stories behind the products and their design.

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 many

RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION –

Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible.

• Please attach an updated CV with your application so we can get to know you better.

• Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend an assessment centre.

We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way.

For any advice or support, email Recruiter and I will be happy to help

We are the ones meeting our customers – in our stores, online, in our catalogue and beyond. We have knowledge of the IKEA product range, local markets and customer needs and we constantly find new ways of making real connections with our customers to maximize sales and profitability. Together with thousands of colleagues around the world we're a diverse team working for the continued global success of the IKEA Concept – a concept that helps millions of customers create a better everyday life