Casual Sales Assistant - Northland

Who We Are Known best as the 'Undisputed King of Trainers', JD Sports reigns supreme as one of the biggest and best global Sports Fashion brands across footwear and apparel. Founded in 1981 in the Greater Manchester UK, JD Group has achieved remarkable growth through rapid global expansion, now standing as the leading global sports fashion retailer. With over 3,400 stores worldwide, we strive to inspire the emerging generation through a captivating connection to the universal culture of Sport, Music, and Fashion. JD Sports entered the Australian market in 2017 and has since grown to over 60 stores nationwide, operating across all states and territories. In New Zealand, we have expanded to 5+ stores, with plans for continued growth. Our mission is to deliver exceptional service and style to every customer. Our mission? To offer unparalleled service and style to all our consumers. To bring this to life, we are offering access to the biggest brands and best products – and a memorable experience that will set us apart. Working at JD Sports is a state of mind, an attitude and way of challenging the norm. We do not conform; we create our own path and are elite within our field. We’re seeking energetic, focused, and passionate individuals to join our team! THE ROLE At JD Sports, our customer is at the heart of everything we do. As a Sales Assistant, your mission is to provide exceptional customer service that creates a memorable shopping experience and a lasting positive connection to our brand. A Sales Assistant at JD is energetic, genuine and customer-focused, offering personalised assistance to our customers who have come seeking the best products and biggest brands. As a Sales Assistant you are responsible for, but not limited to:

• Act as a brand ambassador, always showing positivity and professionalism
• Gain and maintain up to date product knowledge to best assist our customers
• Provide personalised 1:1 customer service
• Assist customers with all queries and process sales
• Work in collaboration with the wider Management and store team to achieve KPI’s and targets
• Support wider team with ad hoc tasks, including VM set up, store cleanliness and presentation etc.
• Escalate any customer complaints to management
• Consistently complete any mandatory training relevant to product, policy & procedure etc

What We’re Looking For

• Customer service experience within retail, hospitality or like industry
• Ability to provide excellent service and go above & beyond
• Passionate about sports fashion or has a knowledge of key brands
• A positive can-do attitude and ability to work as a team
• Thrives in a fast paced, ever-changing environment
• Enthusiastic to overcome challenges and learn new skills
• Strong communication skills, someone who thrives through engagement with customers and team work
• Ability to multi-task
• Flexibility to work across various shifts, including weekends and holidays, based on store needs

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Work in a dynamic business and engage with some of the best product and biggest sports fashion brands in the market
• Training and development opportunities to kickstart, evolve and shape your career
• Opportunity to progress across all areas of the business in a wide array of roles including Retail, Support Office, and our Distribution Centre
• Access to our attractive staff discount! This can also be used for friends and family
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program & Mental Health champions
• One month paid parental leave for full-time employees

We are passionate about connecting with driven and skilled individuals who are invested in their development, so that together we can evolve our brand's success, alongside evolving your career. JD values diversity and inclusion and champions a culture where everyone feels, valued, included, and celebrated. What are you waiting for? Apply today and kick start your JD Sports Journey. Please note, be applying for this role you consent for us to complete a VEVO Check in order to verify your working rights where required.