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Retail Sales Assistant, Russell and Chapple

  •  London
  •  Â£20k-25k
  •  Full time
  •  Closes November 7, 2024
  •  Matthew Walt
  •  mw@randc.net
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Description

Job Summary

We are seeking committed and professional staff to work in our retail store. This position would suit someone with retail experience and an interest in artists materials, with particular emphasis on painting surfaces.

Job Description

We provide a very high level of service to our customers and, as they are the first point of contact, our retail staff play a vital role.

They have to be knowledgeable about our huge range of products and capable of fielding all sorts of enquiries. The specialist knowledge of trained fine art painters is relevant, and an understanding of other aspects of textiles is equally valued.

The job will principally involve processing sales orders through the till and on the computer, dealing with customer enquiries (both in the shop, via telephone and e-mail), ordering stock from suppliers and the
warehouse, mount-cutting for framing, stretching canvases and taking in deliveries.

The chosen candidate will be expected to become competent in using the computer
system to access customer information and process orders. Retail experience in this
area will be valued.

Job Requirements

Candidate's Profile
The role requires a self-motivated individual with high personal standards who will be
able to use their initiative to perform a wide range of duties. The skills we require include:
Retail experience
A knowledge of artists' materials and techniques
Personable and enthusiastic manner
The ability to make things competently
Ability to work closely with a small team of people
Some IT skills
Numerate, thorough and able to handle detail.

Job Responsibilities

The job will principally involve processing sales orders through the till and on the computer, dealing with customer enquiries (both in the shop, via telephone and e-mail), ordering stock from suppliers and the
warehouse, mount-cutting for framing, stretching canvases and taking in deliveries.

How to Apply

Please email [email protected] with a CV and cover letter.

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