Location: Birmingham (Selfridges)
Contract: Fixed-term contract until 31 December 2026
Hours: 20 hours per week
About Us
With over 200 brands sold in nearly 180 countries, Diageo is home to some of the world's most iconic drinks. From Johnnie Walker and Guinness to Tanqueray, Smirnoff and Don Julio, we craft brands chosen for life's moments, from everyday connections to landmark celebrations.
Bring your talent, curiosity and ambition, and strive for your personal best alongside people who challenge, support and learn from each other. Together, as one outstanding team, we keep learning, improving and raising the bar for our brands, our business and each other.
Join us and play your part in making life's moments mean a little more.
About the Team
Our Direct-to-Consumer Retail team creates exceptional brand experiences in premium retail environments. We bring Diageo's world-renowned portfolio to life through expert product knowledge, memorable customer interactions, and outstanding service that reflects the quality of our brands.
About the Role
We're looking for a passionate and customer-focused Retail Concession Sales Associate to join our Selfridges Birmingham concession on a fixed-term contract until the end of the year.
In this role, you'll be the face of our luxury drinks portfolio, creating memorable experiences for customers while driving sales and building lasting relationships. Working closely with the Retail Concession Manager, you'll help deliver exceptional service, maintain premium retail standards, and bring our iconic brands to life every day.
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your luxury retail and sales expertise while representing some of the world's most celebrated drinks brands.
What You'll Be Responsible For
- Delivering exceptional customer service and creating a warm, welcoming experience for every visitor
- Understanding customer needs and providing personalised product recommendations
- Building strong customer relationships that encourage loyalty and repeat purchases
- Achieving individual sales targets and contributing to overall concession performance
- Identifying opportunities to enhance sales through effective product recommendations
- Becoming a knowledgeable ambassador for Diageo's premium and luxury brand portfolio
- Supporting in-store events, activations and promotional activities
- Maintaining high visual merchandising standards across the concession
- Assisting with stock management, replenishment activities and inventory checks
- Handling customer enquiries and resolving issues professionally and positively
- Collaborating with colleagues to ensure smooth day-to-day retail operations
You’ll have the opportunity to develop your luxury retail, customer engagement and sales skills while gaining exposure to a portfolio of globally recognised brands.
We’d Love to Hear From You If You Have
- Experience in a retail, hospitality, luxury, or customer-facing sales environment
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Confidence working towards sales targets and performance goals
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
- A proactive, positive approach and a willingness to learn about premium products and brands
Diversity Statement
Our purpose is crafting iconic drinks chosen for life's moments. And it's our people, with their different experiences, perspectives and talents, who make that possible.
We value diversity in its broadest sense and want everyone to feel they can belong, contribute and strive for their personal best. You’ll work alongside people with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, challenging, supporting and learning from one another as one outstanding team.
Together, we're constantly learning and improving, combining the strength of our people, capabilities and iconic brands to raise the bar, grow and win. Wherever you join us, you'll have the opportunity to contribute, make an impact and play your part in making life's moments mean a little more.
Ready to bring your best? This could be your opportunity.
If you require a reasonable adjustment, please ensure that you capture this information when you submit your application.
Interested?
If you're passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences and would like to represent some of the world's most iconic brands, we'd love to hear from you.
As a temporary contractor, you'll be employed by our Managed Service Provider, Magnit Global, who manage most of our temporary contract hiring, you will not be employed by Diageo.
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Retail Concessions Sales Associate in Birmingham employer: Diageo
Diageo is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Runcorn where you can lead a dedicated team in the bottling operation of some of the world's most iconic drinks. With a strong focus on employee development, diversity, and continuous improvement, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a supportive culture that values your contributions and well-being. Join us to craft memorable moments and grow your career in a globally recognised brand.
