Sales Assistant - Johnstone’s Decorating Centre
Newry
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.
We are a global company founded in 1882, with a presence in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland for nearly 40 years. Our brands, Johnstone’s and Leyland Paint, are supported by a 60,000 square foot warehouse and distribution facility in Carrickfergus, along with 27 Johnstone’s Decorating Centres across Ireland. We place a strong emphasis on colleague engagement, achieving a score of 4.22 out of 5 in Gallup's Global Q12 annual colleague survey.
Why you’ll love working here…
Competitive starting salary with yearly reviews
Competitive bonus structure starting at 15% for achieving budget, with potential to earn up to 42% of your salary for overachieving budget
35 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
PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
