Retail Assistant

Would you like to be part of a retail team that are community based, offer amazing choice and genuine sustainability?
Look no further – join us as a Retail Assistant in Wakefield (Westgate Retail Park, WF2 9SD)
This is a full-time role working 35 hours per week in one of our busy furniture stores. Our stores are fast-paced and trade 7 days a week. This role requires flexibility to work weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis.
You'll join the team on a 6-month fixed term contract.
What does this role involve?
As a Retail Assistant you’ll be at the very heart of our retail operation. This is not just a standing behind the till or filling shelves type of role, we’re looking for someone who will deliver a first class customer service experience. It’s a fun, fast-paced environment where no two days are the same and everyone works as a team.
Every day is different in charity retail, as well as working on the till or sorting donations, you can expect to:
Engage with customers, providing exceptional service and promoting our charity’s mission
Organise and merchandise donated stock creatively to maximise sales potential
Collaborate with our E-Commerce team to maximise online sales
Handle and move the delivery of furniture and appliances that arrive in our stores from vans
Ensure the shop floor is always well stocked
Work in line with safety regulations by promoting health, safety and wellbeing in everything you do
Identify unsaleable donations for recycling
Keep the stockroom organised and tidy
Please note, this role can be physical demanding and will involve moving large pieces of furniture.
You will be given lots of autonomy in your role and will strive to continually build your knowledge of BHF.