JOB DESCRIPTION

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part-time General Assistant to join our fabulous Outlet team in Cambridge.
Please note that this is a physically-demanding role, to assist with our deliveries.
As a General Assistant you will be required to assemble and disassemble our beautiful furniture to assist in displaying this within the Outlet. You will also assist in the general day to day running of the outlet. Assisting all departments where required, from intake of stock, warehouse duties, to customers services and selling.
You will achieve this by being engaging and highly passionate about our brand, products and the services we provide. Having energy, self-motivation, great communication skills and an interest in talking to our customers. We would want you to possess a professional yet personable attitude, and able to excel when working individually, towards set objectives and goals, as well as working well as part of our team to meet collective targets.

WHO ARE WE?

Over 25 years ago, we opened our first showroom at Bourton-on-the-Water in the heart of the Cotswolds. This very special patch of rural England taught us the importance of creating timeless, understated furniture and accessories that bring homes to life.

We live by our company values of:

• Happiest together
• Always authentic
• Passion for progress
• Inspiring others
• Constantly caring

We pride ourselves on the quality of our products and customer experience, powered by our passionate people. We’re growing rapidly and are looking for great people to help us realise our big ambitions.
If you are passionate about what you do, want to work for a dynamic and ambitious company, can provide all of the above and more, then we would love to hear from you.
Applicants should already possess the appropriate Right to Work in the UK as The Cotswold Company does not offer sponsorships.
For more company information and to locate our careers page, follow the link https://careers.cotswoldco.com/

• Processing intake & outtake of stock accurately.
• Assist with assembling and replenishment of stock onto sales floor.
• Providing a friendly, helpful and personalised customer experience by being knowledgeable about products and interested in furnishings
• Driving profitable sales through strong product knowledge, effective selling techniques
• Delivering/exceeding all agreed targets
• Ensuring the Outlet is merchandised in accordance with the agreed layout plan and always presented to a high standard, including cleaning and housekeeping
• Implementing and ending sales promotions and displays within defined timeframes
• Spotting, monitoring and reporting stock discrepancies to ensure the stock holding is correct
• Complying with all The Cotswold Company policies and procedures
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to the needs of the Outlet
• Processing customer sales and payments