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September 10, 2024

Dormant Distillery Company

Pitlochry

PART TIME & OTHER


Sales Assistant

Job Title: Sales Assistant
Location: Pitlochry
Contract Type: Part-time

About Us
The Dormant Distillery Company operate one of the worlds leading Whisky Specialist retailers and wholesalers, Royal Mile Whiskies. Founded in 1998, the company also run a specialist tobacconist on the Royal Mile The Cigar Box and in 2011 opened two specialist Drinks retail shops in Edinburgh and Pitlochry Drinkmonger with the vision to provide the most comprehensive range of quality alcohol products in Scotland.
Along with their online business through www.royalmilewhiskies.comand www.drinkmonger.com, the company have also developed a wholesale business, supplying the on-trade across Scotland and beyond.
As a Sales Assistant, you will play a vital role in delivering excellent customer service, ensuring the store's operational excellence, and contributing to sales growth. This role requires strong communication skills, a passion for the drinks trade, and the ability to thrive in a retail environment.
The Sales Assistant will report to the Branch Supervisor and Branch Manager.
Responsibilities
  • Customer Service Excellence:
  • Provide exceptional customer service, assisting customers in making well-informed purchasing decisions.

  • Customer Engagement:
  • Actively interact with customers, offering product recommendations and providing in-depth product knowledge.

  • Event and Promotion Assistance:
  • Aid in in-shop events and sales promotions to boost store traffic and increase sales.

  • Adherence to Company Standards:
  • Ensure the store complies with company policies, procedures, and operational standards.

  • Visual Merchandising:
  • Contribute to efforts in visual merchandising to create an appealing and well-organised store layout.

  • Inventory Maintenance:
  • Collaborate with the team to uphold inventory accuracy and prevent stock shortages.

  • Sales Target Achievement:
  • Work collectively with the team to meet sales targets and contribute to the overall success of the store.

Additional Info, Salary, and Benefits
This is a Zero hour part-time post. We are offering an hourly rate of £12. A Group Bonus Scheme exists based on trading performance.
Staff have the opportunity for training (e.g., WSET) and attending industry events and festivals. We offer staff discounts on a large range of products and a workplace pension.
We would particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups.

How to Apply

Closing Date:
This will be a rolling recruitment process, so may close at any time please ensure you submit your application early.
What to include:
If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward both of the following:
  • Covering letter outlining your relevant experience
  • Current and up-to-date CV
Please ensure that you include both required elements of your application or you may not be considered for the role.
Please also be aware that due to the volume of applications, we are unable to respond to all applicants.

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