Sales Colleague - Peak (Inverness, GB)

Currys - Retail Sales Colleague (Peak Season) - Inverness

This is an exciting opportunity to join the renowned Currys team in Inverness as a Retail Sales Colleague during their peak season. If you have a passion for helping people discover and enjoy technology, and you thrive in a dynamic, customer-focused environment, this role could be an excellent stepping stone in your retail career.

About the Role:

As a Retail Sales Colleague, you will be at the forefront of the customer experience, guiding them through the latest technology. Your core responsibilities will include:

• Understanding customer needs by asking insightful questions to recommend the perfect products.
• Creating memorable and positive interactions with every customer.
• Promoting and offering valuable support services, such as delivery, installation, recycling, and payment options.
• Actively contributing to the store's overall sales performance.
• Gaining exposure to a wide variety of product departments.
• Assisting with essential operational tasks to ensure the smooth running of the store.

Key Advantages for Candidates:

• Comprehensive Training: You don't need prior in-depth tech knowledge. Currys provides a thorough two to three-day induction, including virtual sessions or at their dedicated academy, equipping you with the skills and confidence to excel. This includes supplier training, product demos, and hands-on testing of the latest gadgets.
• Career Development: This role offers a fantastic entry point into the retail sector. Currys emphasizes supporting your career development with ongoing training, new opportunities, and skills for life.
• Flexible Working: The position offers flexibility in working hours, typically between 8-15 hours per week, with the possibility of additional hours. You'll also have flexibility to work across store opening hours, including weekends, which can help balance work with other commitments.
• Competitive Compensation: You'll receive an hourly rate of £12.21 (rising to £12.51 upon successful completion of probation), plus an average bonus of 89p per hour, recognizing your sales and service efforts.
• Employee Benefits: Beyond the hourly rate and bonus potential, Currys offers attractive benefits, including significant product discounts on the latest technology, and a range of wellbeing initiatives. (Note: Some benefits like annual leave and pension are detailed for permanent colleagues but showcase the company's commitment to its workforce.)
• Team Environment: Join a supportive and collaborative team where you can be yourself, learn from colleagues, and celebrate successes together.
• Impactful Brand: Be part of a leading tech retailer that is also a significant player in sustainability, being the UK's biggest recycler and repairer of tech.

Key Considerations for Candidates:

• Peak Season Role: This is a fixed-term contract for the peak season, meaning it's a temporary position. It's a great way to gain experience and potentially explore future opportunities within Currys.
• Sales and Target Driven: The role requires a comfortable approach to achieving personal sales, service, and customer experience targets. A proactive and driven attitude will be beneficial.
• Adaptability: You'll be working across different departments and product ranges, so a willingness to learn and adapt to various product categories is essential.
• Weekend Availability: Flexibility to work Saturdays and Sundays is a requirement, aligning with typical retail operating hours.
• Customer-Centricity: A genuine enjoyment of interacting with customers and helping them find solutions is paramount. Your friendly and approachable nature will be key to success.

If you're looking to embark on a rewarding career in retail, gain valuable experience in the exciting world of technology, and be part of a company that values its people and the planet, this Retail Sales Colleague position at Currys in Inverness is definitely worth considering.