At a Glance
- Tasks: Serve customers and ensure the store is well-presented and stocked.
- Company: Join a friendly team at Johnstone’s Decorating Centre in Edinburgh.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonuses, 33 days leave, and private healthcare.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Great work/life balance with no late evenings and supportive training.
- Qualifications: Customer service experience is a plus, but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 22000 - 26000 £ per year.
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.
Benefits
- 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.
- 33 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
- 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 programme
- Inclusive and engaging workplace – We foster a culture of inclusion for all
- Colleague assistance programme for 24/7 wellbeing support and cycle to work scheme
Responsibilities
- Serve customers on the trade counter and in store, in a friendly and professional manner.
- Undertake all required training to help you confidently select the correct product for our customers’ needs and 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 / Qualifications
- Previous experience in a customer facing environment is desirable.
- Good communication skills with a positive customer‑focused attitude.
- Good understanding of IT systems.
- Flexibility towards working hours and duties.
- Driving license desirable but not essential.
Equal Employment Opportunity
PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
Disability Accommodation
If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com.
Sales Assistant employer: Dormont Manufacturing Co
At Johnstone’s Decorating Centre in Edinburgh, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values our team members and their growth. With a competitive salary, generous benefits including a private healthcare plan and a strong focus on work-life balance, we foster a supportive and inclusive culture where every employee can thrive. Our commitment to career progression through the PPG Training Academy ensures that you will have the tools and opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career in a friendly environment.
