Sales Adviser

We have an exciting opportunity for a Part-Time Sales Advisor in our Spennymoor (DL16 7RZ) branch!

At Jewson, part of Stark UK, we believe that our greatest asset is our people! We're not just a team; we’re a vibrant community driven by decency, passion, and pride in everything we do. We are committed to creating a dynamic workplace where everyone can thrive and unleash their full potential. If you’re looking for a place where your ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated, you’ve found your home!

Working Hours

Permanent, 26 hours per week

• Wednesday, Thursday and Friday: 7:30am – 4:30pm
• Every other Saturday: 8:00am – 12:00pm
• Flexibility to increase working hours to cover periods of annual leave and sickness absence.
• Overtime opportunities are available, subject to business requirements.

What You’ll Be Doing 

• Provide a welcoming, professional service to customers, building strong relationships and understanding their needs to offer appropriate products and solutions.
• Develop and maintain a good knowledge of our product range to provide accurate advice and support.
• Process customer orders, payments, deliveries and account updates using in-house systems, keeping customers informed throughout their journey.
• Receive, check and store deliveries, reporting any missing or damaged items.
• Maintain accurate stock levels through replenishment and regular stock counts.
• Pick, pack, load and unload customer orders safely and efficiently, including manual handling and forklift operation (training provided).
• Maintain high standards of branch presentation, ensuring the shop floor, warehouse and customer areas are clean, organised and well-stocked.
• Comply with all Health & Safety policies, procedures and housekeeping standards, promoting a safe working environment for colleagues and customers.
• Support branch performance by contributing to sales, service improvements and wider business initiatives.
• Participate in ongoing training and development and undertake any other reasonable duties required to support the branch.

What We’re Looking For 

Customer Service - High levels of customer satisfaction with frequently returning customers and growing live accounts 

Enthusiasm - You radiate positivity and possess an unyielding passion for the merchant world. 

Decency - You embody honesty and integrity, contributing to a workplace built on respect and ethics 

Team Spirit - You thrive in collaborative settings, believing that together we can achieve greatness. 

Pride - You take pride in your work and are dedicated to producing top-notch results. 

What’s in it for you 

• Competitive Basic Salary 

• Performance Related Bonus 

• 34 days holiday per year 

• Retirement Savings Plan (Pension) – with Legal & General 

• Life Assurance - From your first day of employment with us you are automatically covered for a lump-sum death in service benefit of 2 x your basic salary. However, if you join the STARK Building Materials Retirement Savings Plan (including if you are automatically enrolled) and contribute a minimum of 4% of your Pensionable Earnings, your lump sum death in service benefit will be increased to 4 x your Pensionable Earnings. 

• Work Perks – A platform home to hundreds of all your favourite high street and online discounts via the provider Reward Gateway 

• Aviva Digicare+ Workplace App (Access to a digital GP, second medical opinions, Mental Health consultation, bereavement service, nutritional consultation) 

• Voluntary company benefits such as Car Salary Sacrifice scheme with VWFS, Cycle2Work, Benenden Healthcare, Critical Illness Cover 

• Refer a Friend scheme 

• Wellbeing Centre via Work Perks 

Why Choose Us? 

Quality - We’re unwavering in our commitment to providing outstanding products and service that exceed our customers’ expectations. 

Supportive Environment - Join a culture that prioritises your growth, with the resources and support you need to excel. 

Professional Development - We are invested in your success! Explore our apprenticeships, training, and mentoring programs designed to elevate your career. 

What's Next 

If your application is successful, our Talent team will reach out to arrange an interview and answer any questions you may have. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to ensure you can perform at your best throughout the application and interview process. 

Are you ready to elevate your career and join a team that is passionate about delivering exceptional service? We can’t wait to hear from you!