Sales and sustainability assistant

IKEA Exeter are looking to welcome a Sales & Sustainability Assistant.

As a dedicated Sales and Sustainability Assistant at IKEA, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the balance between excellent customer service and sustainable practices. Your remit will be to contribute to the product quality, safety and recovery of our IKEA products in the store.

WHAT WE OFFER

• The Start Date of employment will be: 14 and 15 December.
• Competitive hourly rate of £12.00 per hour (rising to £12.60 per hour in 2025).
• 24 hours working a week, ordinarily this will be four 6-hour shifts per week, and include working 3 in 4 weekends. During the week, a variety of shifts may be offered to suit yours and the business' needs.
• We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.

WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS
Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs.

• 15% IKEA discount and discount portal helping you save hundreds on High Street retailers.
• Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions and interest free loans.
• End of year gift, Family Friendly policies and benefits.
• IKEA gives you the opportunity to grow with us.
...as well as so much more!

Click below for a full list of our benefits:
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WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE
• You have a pro-active approach to waste management and sustainability, love multi-tasking, and a passion for giving our products a new life.
• You have a customer first mindset, where you make the customer feel valued and supported in everything you do.
• You are motivated to problem solve and use your own initiative daily. You are passionate about being part of the team but also can work independently.
• You prioritise and organise your own work to make efficient use of the time available with strong attention to detail.
• You enjoy working in a physical role, this role is hands on and involves manual handling.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY
• Re-purpose, present and sell IKEA products with pride, and setting relevant prices that are attractive to customers yet still generate the best results for the business.
• Work closely with the different functions in the unit to ensure that common working routines and processes are followed related to product quality, safety and recovery.
• Support, execute and follow the product quality guidelines for recalled, returned and ex-display stock, to constantly improve customers' perception of our IKEA products.
• Assembling IKEA products behind the scenes for display in our Showroom and Market Hall; great if you enjoy building our products!

WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE
It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us, and feel valued in the workplace.

Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION
Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible.

• Please attach an updated CV with your application so we can get to know you better.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend a face-to-face interview.

We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way.

For any advice or support, email ari.davies-ho4@Ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help!