Trading Assistant
@ Sainsbury's

Street, England, United Kingdom
£25,000
On Site
Part Time
Posted 1 day ago

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Overview

Join Sainsbury's as a Trading Assistant this festive season. Be a Christmas Champion and help create the best holiday shopping experience by ensuring stores are well stocked, tidy, and customer friendly.

Eligibility

You must be above the school-leaver age in your country, have Right to Work eligibility in the UK, and be 18 years or older if working shifts before 6am or after 11pm.

Role Responsibilities

  • Collect stock from the warehouse using heavy roll cages (up to 15KG).
  • Replenish items and keep shelves tidy with well-presented products.
  • Assist customers with queries and proactively offer help.
  • Date check fresh produce and grocery products.
  • Support with store deliveries and other tasks as required.

What Makes a Great Sainsbury's Colleague

Friendly, energetic, team-oriented individuals who take initiative and are adaptable to high energy, fast-paced environments. You will receive comprehensive training, learn digital tools, and develop new skills during your tenure.

Rewards and Benefits

  • Discount card and shopping discounts.
  • Free food and hot drinks.
  • Generous holiday entitlement and pension matching.
  • Sainsbury’s share schemes and wellbeing support.

Inclusivity and Growth

Sainsbury's is dedicated to an inclusive workplace. This role, though many positions are temporary over the festive season, may lead to permanent opportunities with mentorship, training, and career progression.

Key skills/competency

  • Customer Service
  • Stock Management
  • Teamwork
  • Attention to Detail
  • Digital Tools
  • Physical Stamina
  • Flexibility
  • Problem Solving
  • Product Knowledge
  • Communication
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How to Get Hired at Sainsbury's

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Tailor your experience to retail operations.
  • Highlight teamwork: Emphasize your collaboration and customer skills.
  • Show flexibility: Demonstrate your availability for early/late shifts.
  • Research Sainsbury's: Understand their community focus and benefits.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review stock management systems.
Learn digital retail tools.
Familiarize with inventory software.
Understand safety protocols.

Behavioral Questions

Describe teamwork in stressful times.
Explain handling busy customer periods.
Discuss problem solving with stock issues.
Share a time you showed flexibility.

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