Sample Assistant

Job Title: Sample Assistant

Salary: £28k plus benefits

Hours: 9.30am to 5.30pm

Location: Chelsea

A leader in the interiors industry, known for their high-quality products and innovative designs. They are looking for a Sample Assistant to ensure the Sample Department operates efficiently and maintains the highest standards. This role is based at their prestigious showroom and offers a dynamic working environment.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Assist with sample requests generated by Account Managers both before and after their meetings.
• Order samples from mills using email and the samples order system.
• Manage the locating, picking, and organising of samples for orders.
• Maintain sample stockroom and department organisation, including cutting, trimming, relabelling, and chaining samples as necessary.
• Handle the use of a franking machine for stamping post packages and ensure timely preparation and delivery to the Post Room.
• Manage the handling of Showroom Inventory displayed, including wrapping and arranging for delivery.
• Oversee bookings for outgoing parcels via courier agents like FedEx, DHL, TNT, and handle the acceptance and unpacking of incoming deliveries.
• Perform various housekeeping tasks around the showroom, such as repair work, hoovering, and tidying.
• Assist in maintaining the showroom’s high standard, including hanging up samples and preparing new products for weekly meetings.
• Support in maintaining the Running Order and Location Register and handle the lifting and moving of heavy items with assistance.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably within a showroom or design centre.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Physical ability to handle and move heavy items.
• Familiarity with using email and order systems for sample requests.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to work in a leading company in the design industry.
• Dynamic and creative work environment.
• Career development opportunities.

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