Sales Assistant / Driver

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Sales Assistant / Driver

Crown Paints are looking to recruit a permanentSales Assistant / Driver to join our fantastic team at our Hovestore.

The role is a permanent, part-time position working20 hours per week(Monday – Friday and some Saturdays on a rota basis).

In return, we are offering youa salary of£12.21 per hour+ bonus + excellent benefits package.

Responsibilities

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 thestore's targets, driving innovative yet effective sales with our range of decorative paints and sundry items.

The Hove Crown Decorating Centre (CDC) is a lively store and plays a pivotal role within our national network, currently made up of145stores 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?

36 days annual leave (including bank holidays and a paid mandatory store closure period ie.Christmas)

£12.21per hourplus the opportunity to earn up to a 25% 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) – 24/7access to confidential support via an employee helpline with qualified counsellors

Health & wellbeing perks – a range of medical dental and optical treatments for youand your family

No nights and no Sundays!

Eating out & leisure discounts available

Cycle to Work Scheme

Retail discounts

Training and development throughout your role

Who are we looking for?

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

Can lift to 20kg

Does this sound like you?

Apply today and start your journey with Crown Paints!

About Crown Paints & HempelCrown 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

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Hove

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

31-03-2026

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