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.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, uncapped bonuses, 33 days leave, and private healthcare.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Enjoy a great work/life balance with no late evenings or Sundays.
- Qualifications: Customer service experience is a plus, but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Position Summary
Sales Assistant – Telford Johnstone’s Decorating Centre Full Time | Permanent
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.
Why you’ll love working here…
- Competitive starting salary with yearly reviews
- Commercial uncapped bonus scheme, paid quarterly
- 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
- Fantastic company-funded 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 program that recognizes and rewards our colleagues
- Inclusive and engaging workplace – We foster a culture of inclusion for all (Our engagement scores show it!)
- Colleague assistance programme for 24/7 wellbeing support and cycle to work scheme
A day in the life of… As a Sales Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
- Serve customers on the trade counter and in store, in a friendly and professional manner.
- Undertake all required training to help you to confidently select the correct product for our customers’ needs and to 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
- Previous experience in a customer facing environment is desirable
- Good communications skills with a positive customer focused attitude
- Good understanding of IT systems
- Flexibility towards working hours and duties
- Driving license is needed for this role
Equal Opportunity Statement
The PPG (the company) provides equal opportunities to all candidates and employees. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you require any adjustments due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com.
Sales Assistant - Telford-1 employer: PPG Industries (UK) Limited
At Johnstone’s Decorating Centre in Telford, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values our team members and their growth. With a competitive salary, generous annual leave, and a strong focus on work/life balance, we create a supportive environment where employees can thrive. Our commitment to career progression through the PPG Training Academy and a culture of inclusion ensures that every team member feels valued and empowered.
Contact Details:
PPG Industries (UK) Limited Recruitment Team
