Sales Assistant / Driver

Overview

Crown Paints are looking to recruit a permanent Sales Assistant / Driver to join our team at our Barnsley store.

The role is a permanent, part-time position working 22.5 hours per week (Monday – Friday and some Saturdays on a rota basis).

Salary: £12.21 per hour + bonus + benefits.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside the store team, supporting the Store Manager in delivering sustainable and profitable sales growth for Crown Paints.
• Contribute to the store’s targets and drive innovative yet effective sales with our range of decorative paints and sundry items.
• Identify potential new customers, establish positive relationships, and open customer accounts regularly.

The Barnsley Crown Decorating Centre (CDC) is a lively store that forms part of our national network of 145 stores across the UK. Our customer base ranges from one-off retail customers to builders and tradespeople with accounts and repeat business.

What’s in it for you?

• 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays and a paid mandatory store closure period i.e. Christmas).
• £12.21 per hour plus the opportunity to earn up to a 25% performance bonus each quarter.
• Discounted paint for personal use.
• Company pension plan with matching contributions and potential to double your contributions.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with 24/7 confidential support via an employee helpline.
• Health & wellbeing perks, including medical, dental, and optical treatments for you and your family.
• No nights and no Sundays.
• Eating out & leisure discounts, Cycle to Work Scheme, and Retail discounts.
• Training and development throughout your role.

Who are we looking for?

• Possess strong sales/retail experience.
• Are passionate about providing excellent customer service.
• Are confident making sales calls and driven to hit sales targets.
• Are a team-player and adaptable to meet the needs of customers.
• Can work independently when required.
• Have a valid UK driving licence and are happy to carry out daily delivery services for customers.
• Can lift up to 20 kg.

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 over 200 years, and proudly held the Royal Warrant for over 60 years. We support cultural, humanitarian and scientific causes across the world. Alongside our owners, The Hempel Foundation, we focus on education for children in need and support education for thousands of children across multiple projects worldwide. At Crown – It’s not just paint. It’s personal.

We are committed to promoting a workplace that values diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and talents. We strive to create an inclusive environment where every employee can bring their authentic selves to work as we shape a brighter future with sustainable coating solutions.