Sales Assistant /Relief Driver

Job description

Job DescriptionBarkers Hairdressing & Beauty Suppliers has been an established Hair & Beauty wholesaler for 40 years. We operate a business‐to‐business model and strictly supply to trade & professionals only. We have 5 branches across East Anglia with field sales account managers based at each site. We have training facilities at each branch where we provide leading hair and beauty education. We pride ourselves on working with our customers to help their businesses thrive. We are an official Matrix Supplier offering a competitive service within our targeted territories. Due to continual growth, we are looking for an enthusiastic and self‐motivated individual to join our team in our Peterborough branch.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, organizational abilities, and a passion for delivering outstanding customer service. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop your sales expertise within a vibrant environment, engaging with diverse customers and contributing to the overall success of our store.

Duties

Greet customers warmly and assist them in finding products that meet their needs

Provide detailed product information and demonstrate features where applicable

Upsell additional items to maximise sales opportunities while maintaining excellent customer service standards

Maintain visual merchandising standards in line with company guidelines

Process transactions accurately using the point‐of‐sale system, ensuring proper cash handling and phone etiquette

Organise stock levels, restock shelves, and ensure the store is tidy and welcoming at all times

Manage customer enquiries and take orders both in person and via telephone efficiently and professionally

Keep up‐to‐date with product knowledge to advise customers effectively

Support the team with organisational tasks such as inventory checks and promotional displays

May be required to cover holiday delivery duties so a full driving licence is essential

With 3 years experience

Picking, packing and processing orders

Heavy lifting is required

Requirements

Fluency in English

Strong communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with customers

Organised with excellent time‐management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently

Basic maths skills for handling transactions and stock counts

Experience in merchandising or retail sales is preferred but not essential; training will be provided

Demonstrated organisational skills to maintain a well‐presented store environment

Ability to demonstrate good phone etiquette when interacting with customers over the phone

Proven ability to upsell products tactfully to enhance customer experience and sales performance

This role provides an excellent platform for those looking to build a career in retail sales.

Job Type: Full‐time

Benefits

Employee discount

License/Certification

Driving licence (required)

Work location: In person

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Extra information

Status

Closed

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Peterborough

Type of Contract

Full Time Jobs

Profession type

Logistics jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English