Sales Assistant - Product Expert

Job description

Love creating inspiring retail spaces? Enjoy helping customers find the right gear? Bring both passions together.
We're looking for a Product Expert to join our team, combining the creativity of a Visual Merchandiser with the customer focus of a Customer Adviser.
In this role, you'll:
Create engaging visual displays across our two Belfast stores
Deliver expert customer service and product advice
Enjoy 40 - 60% discount on outdoor brands you trust
Work 30 hours a week, including some weekends
If you're passionate about retail presentation, customer experience and the outdoors, this could be your next great adventure.
About us
We believe life's better outside - whether you're scaling peaks, trail running, wild camping, or just escaping the everyday. At Cotswold Outdoor, we're proud to help people get the most from their time outdoors with trusted kit, expert advice, and a strong commitment to sustainability.
We're part of the Cotswold Outdoor Group, alongside Runners Need and Snow+Rock. As a Visual Merchandiser & Customer Adviser, you'll play a key role in bringing our brand to life across our Belfast stores while helping customers discover the products that make their adventures possible.
What you'll be doing
This is a varied hybrid role, combining 16 hours of Visual Merchandising and 14 hours of Customer Adviser responsibilities each week.
You'll:
Deliver and maintain high visual merchandising standards across our two Belfast stores
Create inspiring, commercially focused displays that engage customers and drive sales
Support seasonal launches, promotions and new product merchandising activity
Ensure store layouts are easy to shop, visually appealing and aligned with brand standards
Work closely with both store teams to identify opportunities to improve presentation and customer experience
Maintain consistency in visual standards across both locations
Deliver outstanding customer service and help customers find the right products for their needs
Share your passion for the outdoors through knowledgeable product recommendations
Support sales performance through confident selling and excellent product knowledge
Help maintain strong shop floor standards, replenishment and product availability
Work collaboratively with colleagues to create a welcoming and inspiring shopping environment
You'll fit right in if you
Have a passion for visual merchandising, retail and the outdoors
Have a creative eye, strong attention to detail and commercial awareness
Enjoy engaging with customers and delivering excellent service
Can work independently and manage priorities across multiple locations
Communicate confidently and build positive relationships with colleagues
Are organised, adaptable and proactive in your approach
Have previous retail or visual merchandising experience (desirable but not essential)

What you'll get from us
We know passionate people bring energy, knowledge and inspiration to the store — so we reward you with more than just a payslip:
£13.22 per hour (£11.56 per hour for under 21s)
Bonus of up to £750 per year (pro rata)
40 - 60% staff discount across our outdoor, active and running brands
Ongoing training and product knowledge sessions to keep you at your best
Up to 33 days holiday (pro rata), with the option to buy more
Access to Perkbox – discounts on food, travel, fitness, and more
Free wellbeing support, whenever you need it
Company pension scheme to plan for the future
Everyone's welcome
We welcome applications from all genders, backgrounds, and experiences. Diverse teams make us stronger, helping us learn, grow, and create a place where everyone belongs.
We want to hear your voice so encourage you to write your own application and use AI tools sparingly. We're looking for honesty, authenticity, and a real sense of who you are. Applications that feel generic or AI-generated may not stand out.
This advert may close early if we receive a high number of applications, so don't wait too long to apply.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Belfast

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

23-10-2026

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