76 Sales Assistant jobs in Inverness

Crown Paints are seeking to recruit a permanent Sales Assistant / Driver to join our fantastic team based in Inverness, Scotland.

• The role is a permanent, full-time position working 37.5 hours per week  (Monday - Friday and some Saturdays on a rota basis).
li>In return, we are offering you a salary of £12.21 per hour  + bonus + excellent benefits package.

What you can expect from this role?

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 the stores targets, driving innovative yet effective sales with our range of decorative paints and sundry items.

The Inverness Crown Decorating Centre (CDC) is a lively store and plays a pivotal role within our national network, currently made up of 148 stores 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?

At Crown Paints we take pride in our warm and inclusive culture, excellent working conditions and offer an attractive reward package that includes:

• 36 d ys annual leave (including bank holidays and a paid mandatory store closure period ie. Christmas)
li>£12.21 plus the opportunity to earn a performance bonus each quarter < i>Purchase a generous amount of significantly discounted paint for personal use  li>A fantastic pension plan where the Company will match, and even double your contribution
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - 24/7 access to confidential support via an employee helpline with qualified counsellors
li>Health & wellbeing perks - a range of medical dental and optical treatments for you and your family li>No nights and no Sundays!
• Eating out, retail and leisure discounts 
li>Cycle to Work Scheme
• Training and development throughout your role

Who are we looking for?

We’re looking for individuals who:

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
• Have the ability to lift up to 20kg

Does this sound like you?

Apply today and start your journey with Crown Paints!

More about Crown Paints & Hempel

Crown 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.

Customer Service Agents

We are looking for Customer Service Agents for our client based here in Inverness.

The role is full time, Monday to Friday, various hours between 8 - 6 pm, no weekends. The post is hybrid.

This is initially a Temporary Contract for 3 months via Brook Street and will start around Monday 15th September. After the 3 months there is a chance of permanent employment being offered direct with our client.

Training will be provided but candidates need to have and demonstrate the following:-

• Good work ethic.
• Excellent computer skills - including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent attention to detail, must be able to work accurately.
• Able to work on own and take initiative when required.
• Be focussed on the task at hand.

Interviews for the role will be early September and one full week training will be provided. Candidates should only apply if they are available to start work on Monday 15th September, be local to the Inverness area, and wish to be considered for a long term opportunity.

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Customer Service Agents

We are looking for Customer Service Agents for our client based here in Inverness.

The role is full time, Monday to Friday, various hours between 8 - 6 pm, no weekends. The post is hybrid.

This is initially a Temporary Contract for 3 months via Brook Street and will start around Monday 15th September. After the 3 months there is a chance of permanent employment being offered d.

Our team is the best in the industry - is it time for you to join us?

The Role:

Our Lifting Services Division provides a range of specialist lifting equipment and provides bespoke installations hire and sales functions for a variety of customers, from small independent to large National accounts.

As the first point of contact at our depots, the Customer Service Administrator plays a pivotal role in driving our business' success, by building strong customer relationships, understanding their hire needs and ensuring we can meet them.

This is a challenging, fast paced and rewarding role that provides a fantastic platform to grow and progress within GAP Group.

A typical day for the Customer Service Administrator will include:

• Processing all hire desk administration including customer and supplier queries
• Managing a variety of small and national account orders in a fast-paced environment
• Ensuring sufficient stock levels to meet customer demand and maximise sales opportunities
• Interacting with sales and workshop teams to deliver bespoke lifting solutions to our customers
• Resolving customer complaints and supplier issues efficiently

Successful applicants should demonstrate the following:

• Previous experience working within a fast paced customer service or administration role however full training will be provided
• Excellent customer service skills
• Effective communicator with strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Proficient IT skills with working knowledge of MS Office including Outlook and Excel
• Strong team player with the ability to work to own initiative
• Although a lifting hire background would be great, as long as you have a proven passion for customer service and the drive to learn we can help with the rest.

About GAP Group

GAP Hire Solutions now has 10 divisions offering the hire of equipment throughout the UK. We're looking to recruit the best talent the industry has to offer to help us grow even further. As a GAP employee, you'll enjoy loads of benefits such as profit share, loyalty holidays, a staff social fund. Our in-house Learning & Development Team are dedicated to giving you the skills you need to be your best and as a company we are always keen to promote internally.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
• Employer Contributory Pension Scheme.
• Life Assurance.
• Up to 25 days annual leave plus public holidays.
• The option to buy up to 5 days additional leave.
• Employee Welfare Fund (company funded social events).
• Health & Wellness (Well-being Hub, Employee Assistance Helpline, Annual Flu Jabs).

So what next?

If you think you fit the profile we would love to hear from you!

To apply, all you need to do is upload your CV and complete our short application form and we'll take it from there.

GAP GROUP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

Our team is the best in the industry - is it time for you to join us?

The Role:

Our nationwide Plant and Tool division hires a range of equipment including diggers, dumpers and small hand tools to companies within the construction, utilities and infrastructure sectors.

As the first point of contact at our depots, Hire & Sales Coordinators (HSC) play a pivotal role in driving our business' success, by building strong customer relationships, understanding their hire needs and ensuring we can meet them. This is a challenging, fast paced and rewarding role that provides a fantastic platform to grow and progress within GAP Group.

No previous experience in a similar position is necessary as all training will be provided.

A typical day for the HSC will include:

• Processing all hire desk administration including customer and supplier queries
• Managing approx. 40-50 incoming and outgoing hires per day
• Ensuring sufficient stock levels to meet customer demand and maximise sales opportunities
• Load checking vehicles and working effectively with the depot team of drivers and fitters
• Resolving customer complaints and supplier issues efficiently

Successful applicants should demonstrate the following:

• Excellent customer service skills with a focus on increasing sales
• Effective communicator with strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Proficient IT skills with working knowledge of MS Office including Outlook and Excel
• Strong team player with the ability to work to own initiative

As long as you have a proven passion for customer service and the drive to learn we can help with the rest.

About GAP Group

GAP Hire Solutions has 10 divisions offering the hire of equipment throughout the UK. We're looking to recruit the best talent the industry has to offer to help us grow even further. As a GAP employee, you'll enjoy loads of benefits such as profit share, loyalty holidays, a staff social fund. Our in-house Learning & Development Team are dedicated to giving you the skills you need to be your best and as a company we are always keen to promote internally.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• The option to buy up to 5 days additional leave
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Welfare Fund (Company-funded social events)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Health & Wellness (Well-being Hub, Employee Assistance Helpline, Annual Flu Jab)

So what next?

If you fit the profile and are up for the challenge, we would love to hear from you!

To apply all you need to do is upload your CV and complete our short application form and we'll take it from there.

GAP GROUP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

Our team is the best in the industry - is it time for you to join us?

The Role:

Our Lifting Services Division provides a range of specialist lifting equipment and provides bespoke installations hire and sales functions for a variety of customers, from small independent to large National accounts.

As the first point of contact at our depots, the Customer Service Administrator plays a pivotal role in driving our business' success, by building strong customer relationships, understanding their hire needs and ensuring we can meet them.

This is a challenging, fast paced and rewarding role that provides a fantastic platform to grow and progress within GAP Group.

A typical day for the Customer Service Administrator will include:

• Processing all hire desk administration including customer and supplier queries
• Managing a variety of small and national account orders in a fast-paced environment
• Ensuring sufficient stock levels to meet customer demand and maximise sales opportunities
• Interacting with sales and workshop teams to deliver bespoke lifting solutions to our customers
• Resolving customer complaints and supplier issues efficiently

Successful applicants should demonstrate the following:

• Previous experience working within a fast paced customer service or administration role however full training will be provided
• Excellent customer service skills
• Effective communicator with strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Proficient IT skills with working knowledge of MS Office including Outlook and Excel
• Strong team player with the ability to work to own initiative
• Although a lifting hire background would be great, as long as you have a proven passion for customer service and the drive to learn we can help with the rest.

About GAP Group

GAP Hire Solutions now has 10 divisions offering the hire of equipment throughout the UK. We're looking to recruit the best talent the industry has to offer to help us grow even further. As a GAP employee, you'll enjoy loads of benefits such as profit share, loyalty holidays, a staff social fund. Our in-house Learning & Development Team are dedicated to giving you the skills you need to be your best and as a company we are always keen to promote internally.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
• Employer Contributory Pension Scheme.
• Life Assurance.
• Up to 25 days annual leave plus public holidays.
• The option to buy up to 5 days additional leave.
• Employee Welfare Fund (company funded social events).
• Health & Wellness (Well-being Hub, Employee Assistance Helpline, Annual Flu Jabs).

So what next?

If you think you fit the profile we would love to hear from you!

To apply, all you need to do is upload your CV and complete our short application form and we'll take it from there.

GAP GROUP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

• Flexible hours
• Career progression
• Paid holiday
• 25% discount on in store goods *exclusions apply
• Access to the Retail Trus.

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