Sales Assistant

Job description

Sales Assistant
Tunbridge Wells - Johnstone's Decorating Centre
Full Time | Permanent
Position Summary
We now have an exciting, permanent vacancy for a Sales Assistant within our Architectural Coatings division. We're looking for a customer focused individual to become a key member of our friendly and supportive team. Previous experience in a customer facing environment and a good understanding of IT systems is desirable, but not essential, as we will support you all along the way with in-store training.
Why you'll love working here...
Competitive starting salary with yearly reviews
33 days of annual leave, including bank holidays
Guaranteed 39 hours pay per week with overtime or lieu time available
Great work/life balance: Our stores are closed Saturday afternoons and Sundays, with no late evenings after 5pm!
Generous company pension contributions
Excellent career progression: We develop our people with online opportunities and the PPG Training Academy
Fantastic company-funded private healthcare plan, with options to extend coverage to family members
Generous staff discount on paint and decorating tools at Johnstone's Decorating Centre
Colleague recognition program that recognises and rewards our colleagues
Inclusive and engaging workplace – We foster a culture of inclusion for all (Our engagement scores show it!)
Colleague assistance programme for 24/7 wellbeing support and cycle to work scheme
A day in the life of...
As a Sales Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Serve customers on the trade counter and in store, in a friendly and professional manner.
• Undertake all required training to help you to confidently select the correct product for our customers' needs and to promote our brand.
• Ensure your store always looks well-presented and clean.
• Follow stock management procedures by taking in deliveries and keeping the shelves full.

Key Skills...
Previous experience in a customer facing environment is desirable
Good communications skills with a positive customer focusses attitude
Good understanding of IT systems
Flexibility towards working hours and duties
Driving license is desirable but not essential
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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Royal Tunbridge Wells

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

22-10-2026

Profession type

Sales

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