Job Title: Part-Time Sales AssistantSalary: £13.00 - £50.00 per hour (Combined Basic + Commission) – Part-time, Permanent.
Why Join Christies Furniture?
Christies Furniture is a premier, independently owned retail destination in Cornwall. Finding the right furniture or bed for a customer is the most important part of what we do. Because every home is unique, we are looking for a motivated, self-driven individual who takes pride in guiding customers to their perfect match.By joining our friendly, ambitious team, you will enjoy:
- Uncapped Earning Potential: Your self-drive directly impacts your income through a structured basic salary plus lucrative commission streams.
- Stable Independence: Work for a well-established, secure local business that values authentic customer relationships over rigid corporate scripts.
- Career Advancement: Benefit from clear pathways to higher earnings, greater responsibilities, and internal promotions.
- Expert Mentorship: Access tailored, in-house sales training designed to elevate your professional skills and product expertise.
Benefits & Perks
- Paid Time Off: Pro-rata equivalent of 28 days paid holiday per year.
- Holiday Commission: Earn commission even while you are away on holiday.
- Perks: Generous staff discounts across our entire furniture and bed range.
- Convenience: Free, secure on-site parking.
The Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic, well-presented Part-Time Sales Assistant with a proven track record in sales. You will share our passion for premium furnishings and outstanding service, working on your own initiative to keep our Penryn store running to exceptional standards. Because we operate on a competitive commission structure, a proactive approach to building rapport and confidently closing sales is central to this role.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive & Close Sales: Actively engage customers, demonstrate features/benefits, and confidently close sales across our sofa, dining, and bed ranges.
- Customer Care: Guide customers through choices, answer product questions, and resolve service issues or complaints.
- Store Operations: Complete sales orders, process payments, and support the Store Manager with clerical duties.
- Visual Merchandising: Assist in preparing and arranging premium merchandise for display and delivery.
What We Are Looking For
- Experience: Previous sales experience is a big advantage, particularly within high-end goods or similar retail environments.
- Drive: A motivated, self-driven individual who loves hitting targets and closing deals.
- Attributes: A courteous, professional, and authentic person who thrives in a team environment.
- Availability: Flexibility to work 2 to 3 days per week across a 7-day rota, including some weekend work.
Note: While previous experience gives you a strong head start, full in-house sales training will be provided to help you master our products and maintain a high level of sales performance.
Hours & Schedule
- Part-time: 2 to 3 days per week across a 7-day rota (weekend hours may be required).
- Flexibility: Ideal candidates will have the flexibility to scale up hours to help cover busy seasonal periods and staff holidays, though this is not strictly essential.
- Store Opening Hours: Monday – Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM | Sunday: 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Salary Breakdown:
Salary will comprise of a Basic Salary of £13.00 p/h + Various Commissions.
Overall combined earnings will be much higher than £13.00 p/h, averaging between £13.00 and £50.00 per hour depending on sales performance.
Please note, only applicants who have experience in a similar direct sales role will be considered.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.00-£50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Experience:
- direct sales: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
