Sales Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Futon Company is a well-known high street brand that specialises in innovative, space saving furniture, inspiring textiles and appealing accessories. Almost everything we sell is designed in house or by designers we know, and all our futon mattresses are made by hand in our London workshop. As experts in small space living, we have 22 stores across the UK, as well as a robust online business.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our BRAND NEW STORE in Solihull.
Role:
We are looking for an exceptional Sales Assistant to provide excellent customer service. The right candidate will be outstanding at selling, working under pressure, building flat pack furniture and be competent with technology.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure customer service is always of the highest standards
- Handle all stock effectively and ensure back of house standards are maintained
- Support the Manager and team in achieving company sales targets and operational goals
- Be available to work a varied schedule, based on the needs of our retail business
- Maintain store visual standards
Requirements, skills and experience:
- Relevant transferable experience
- Eligibility to work in the UK
- Must be well presented
- Excellent communication skills
- Natural sales skills
Benefits:
In return for your dedication and commitment, you will receive a competitive salary and great benefits.
- Commission
- Excellent staff discount (after qualifying period)
- Pension
- 28 days holiday per year (inclusive of Bank holidays), rising to 33 days after 5 years service
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Salary: £20,500.00-£23,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Store discount
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Commission pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- RINGWOOD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: Sales Assistant - Solihull
Expected start date: 10/04/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Sales Assistant roles across Futon Company's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £20,500 - £23,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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