Retail Sales Assistant

DOVETAIL RECRUITMENT LIMITED · Plymouth, South West

Retail Sales Assistant at DOVETAIL RECRUITMENT LIMITED, based in Plymouth, South West. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Plymouth, South West
Contract
Permanent
Posted
3 weeks ago
Closes
10 Sep 2026
Sector
Sales Assistant

Reference https://dovetailrecruitment.co.uk/?post_type=job_listing&p=18707

About the role

Retail Sales Assistant – Plymouth | Full-Time | Customer Service & Sales

Location: Plymouth
Salary: DOE + salary review after JET training
Job Type: Full-Time (37.1 hours per week)
Hours: 9:15am – 5:10pm, 5 days per week
Sector: Retail / Customer Service

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for a Retail Sales Assistant to join a successful lifestyle and home retail store in Plymouth.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for retail, sales, and customer service who enjoys working in a customer-focused, fast-paced environment. You’ll play a key role in delivering an outstanding shopping experience while supporting store performance and sales growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide exceptional customer service and create a welcoming in-store experience
  • Drive sales performance through product knowledge and customer engagement
  • Support the team in achieving store targets and KPIs
  • Process transactions accurately (cash and card)
  • Manage and replenish stock levels using internal systems
  • Maintain high standards of visual merchandising and store presentation
  • Build and maintain the customer database
  • Deliver excellent after-sales service, including handling queries and complaints
  • Follow company sales processes and procedures
  • Ensure store cleanliness, organisation, and security standards are met

Candidate Requirements

  • Previous experience in retail sales or customer service preferred
  • Confident using POS/till systems (Bransom experience beneficial)
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Positive, proactive, and team-oriented approach
  • High attention to detail and pride in store presentation
  • Reliable, honest, and motivated

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary (DOE) with review after training
  • Structured training and development (JET programme)
  • Supportive team environment
  • Opportunity to develop a long-term retail career

Working Pattern

  • 5 days per week (including Saturdays)
  • Day off typically Tuesday
  • Sundays usually closed (December shifts rotated fairly)

Apply Now

If you’re looking for a Retail Sales Assistant job in Plymouth and want to join a growing retail business, apply today or contact us for more information.

Reference: https://dovetailrecruitment.co.uk/?post_type=job_listing&p=18707 · Posted 3 weeks ago · Closes 10 Sep 2026 · Listed via DOVETAIL RECRUITMENT LIMITED

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