Kukoon rugs

Retail Sales Associate

07/01/2025
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£12 - £13 / hour

Job Description

Are you an interior enthusiast and would you like to be part of an exciting journey as we embark on significant growth, one comfy step at a time? We are super pleased to meet you if you think you have what it takes to be part of something fun and new. We are the largest independent rug retailer in the UK and Ireland and we have a fantastic opportunity for you to join our team!

We are opening up a brilliant opportunity by recruiting for a Retail Sales Associate position in our Flagship store on Boucher Crescent, Belfast.

The Role:

Kukoon is seeking a 20 hour Permanent Retail Sales Associate to help connect our customers with their perfect rug. We want to hear from you if you enjoy coming to work to have fun, love providing excellent customer service and have a passion for all things interiors. The ideal candidate will be available to work mid week and weekend shifts.

So what will you be doing at Kukoon:

  • Be an inspirational, helpful and informed role model, giving genuine interior advice to our growing customer database.
  • Providing the best customer service and interior product knowledge. This can be in person, over the phone or via email.
  • Achieving exceptional visual delivery that reflects the Kukoon brand, to help take our customers on an interior journey and enhance their overall in-store experience.
  • Help to maintain accurate inventory by adhering to all policies and procedures.
  • Working with an A+ team to smash sales targets and increase customer footfall
  • Opening and closing of the store

To join our vibrant and growing business…

  • You will have some customer service experience in a similar role, dealing with customers in a retail environment
  • A genuine interest in fashion, homewares and trends – after all that’s what we do best! Selling rugs can be so rewarding.
  • A drive to continually improve processes and customer experiences – we love our customers, can you tell?
  • A basic knowledge of an inventory and point of sale till system.
  • A positive attitude where you demonstrate pride in your work and have the energy to match.

You’ll be rewarded with:

  • A generous salary and pension scheme enrollment
  • Free Parking
  • Joining the UK’s top online interior company, with aspirations to be the name you think of when you think of rugs!
  • Annual leave that increases with length of service
  • Generous staff discount – and we mean HUGE!
  • Great culture and fun social activities through our Kukoon Connects Club

This role requires flexibility across the week including weekends. The ideal candidate will be available to work mid week and weekend shifts.

Store opening hours are:

Monday – Saturday 09:30 – 17:30

Sunday 13:00 – 17:00

We are Kukooners

We’re one big tribe of misfits who thrive on collaboration but what makes us unique is our individual differences. We’ve created a culture of belonging and we celebrate the diversity our Kukooners add to our teams. We encourage authenticity, different views, and new ideas to enable us to create a brand and products that our customers enjoy and love.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: £12.00-£13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

  • Additional leave
  • Casual dress
  • Company pension
  • Free parking
  • On-site parking
  • Private medical insurance

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

Mtcs group ltd (t/a nisa local)

Retail Sales Associate

27/11/2024
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Job Description

Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Retail Sales Associate to join our team. In this role, you will be the face of our brand, providing exceptional customer service and assisting customers in finding the perfect products to meet their needs. Your ability to communicate effectively and manage time efficiently will be crucial in creating a positive shopping experience for our customers.

Responsibilities

  • Greet customers warmly and provide assistance throughout their shopping journey.
  • Demonstrate product knowledge and offer recommendations to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Engage in upselling techniques to maximise sales opportunities.
  • Maintain an organised and visually appealing sales floor, ensuring products are well-displayed.
  • Handle customer inquiries and resolve any issues with professionalism and courtesy.
  • Process transactions accurately using the point-of-sale system, ensuring basic maths skills are applied effectively.
  • Assist with inventory management, including restocking shelves and conducting stock checks.
  • Uphold company policies and procedures while maintaining a safe and clean environment.

Qualifications

  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a strong command of English
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced retail environment.
  • Basic maths skills for handling transactions and inventory counts.
  • Experience in retail or customer service is preferred but not essential; a willingness to learn is key.
  • Demonstrated ability in upselling products is a plus.
  • Professional phone etiquette for handling customer inquiries over the phone.

Join us as a Retail Sales Associate where your contributions will help shape an enjoyable shopping experience for our customers!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £8.60-£11.44 per hour

Expected hours: 16 per week

Additional pay:

  • Yearly bonus

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Employee discount
  • On-site parking
  • Store discount

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Every weekend
  • Flexitime
  • Monday to Friday
  • Night shift
  • Overtime
  • Weekend availability

Education:

  • GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

  • Retail sales: 1 year (preferred)
  • customer service: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: GFNisa27.11.24