External Events Assistant

Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Job Description

The Vacancy
We are looking for an enthusiastic External Events Sales Assistant who will join our Sales Team providing excellent customer service at our Salvationist Publishing & Supplies (SP&S) events. If you enjoy travelling throughout the UK, meeting customers and offering a great service, then this is the role for you.
The role will involve overnight stays and some weekend and evening work.
General Duties:

  • Helping to set up at trade events
  • Cashing up and balancing the EPOS system at the end of events
  • Confident within a stock control and replenishment environment
  • Travelling across the UK to events and driving the van (Less than 7.5 tonne)
  • Complying with all Health and Safety regulations
  • Maintaining a good knowledge of The Salvation Army and SP&S goods and services
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sectors.
Please be aware that this advert may close sooner than the closing date in extreme circumstances.
If you:
  • Are self-motivated
  • Possess a positive attitude in delivering exceptional customer service
  • Are adaptable; able to think on your feet
  • Have an engaging personality, the desire to succeed and be the best you can be
  • Have a full and current UK driving licence
THEN SALVATION ARMY TRADING COMPANY LTD (SATCoL) WANTS YOU!
See what some of our colleagues say about us:
'Working for Salvation Army Trading Company has been an incredibly rewarding work experience. Not only do I get to contribute to a noble cause by supporting their humanitarian efforts, but I also get to be a part of an inspired, dedicated and supportive employer that's making a real difference in people's lives.' - GT, Sales Assistant/Driver
SATCoL are caring and thoughtful. Always get great support and I am very proud to be part of SATCoL. - KB, Shop Manager
PLEASE APPLY NOW
The Company
The Company has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years. We have a vast number of employees, and provide support to clients from all over the country. Recently, the company has won multiple workplace environment awards and has an outstanding record of employee satisfaction.
The Benefits
Benefit 1
Benefit 2
Benefit 3
Benefit 4
The Values
  • Innovation
We are creative and fearless in our work.
  • Accountability
We take ownership of our work and lead from the front.
  • Teamwork
We collaborate widely and build supportive environments.
Company Benefits
Annual Leave Starting at 26 days plus bank holidays, with the ability to buy an extra week.
Virtual GP Service Phone consultations available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days and video consultations from 8am to 10 pm, 7 days a week.
Excellent Pension Scheme SATCoL offer a Defined Contribution Scheme, with the company doubling your contributions, up to 6%, and giving you Life Assurance of 3 x your normal salary.
Company Sick Pay This is paid from the end of your probation period and increases during your employment with us.
Discounts All colleagues are entitled to a 25% discount of all original, full priced products sold by SATCoL.
Wellbeing Commitment Our colleagues are our most important asset, and we are committed to the wellbeing of our teams being our single most important issue.
SATCoL offer many more fantastic benefits, please see attachment for details.
Why join Salvation Army Trading Company Ltd (SATCoL)?
  • Be part of a continually developing and growing company who works tirelessly to help fund The Salvation Army's vital work with vulnerable people in the UK by raising money.
  • Work for a company that cares for its colleagues, stakeholders, community and environment and encourages reuse and recycling through over 240 charity shops and donation centres, and a network of around 8,000 clothing banks.
  • We are at the forefront of textile reuse and recycling, and we work closely with our key partners, including some of the biggest retail and online brands. With the support of the British public, we have raised over 80 million over the past 10 years to help the work of The Salvation Army.
  • We have a strong and positive culture, led by our values 'Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Equality' and our core purpose of 'enabling mission and providing resource to help the work of The Salvation Army'. We truly CARE.
  • We believe in empowering people; therefore, our roles offer lots of independence. Whether you are part of our front-line collections team or our central support function, we encourage autonomy and embrace new ideas.
  • Whatever our colleagues' workplace aspirations, SATCoL supports them at all levels to grow and succeed, believing in internal development and promoting from within wherever possible.
  • We value every colleague, no matter what department or role you work in. Inclusivity underpins our strong team ethic and allows for collaborative working to help one another be successful.
  • We offer a wide variety of opportunities that offer a range of exciting challenges and new experiences, where no two days are the same.
Why I Work For SATCoL
  • Why I Work For SATCoL
  • Shop Manager
"I get the opportunity to help people, whether it be a customer with getting a great priced quality second hand item, helping our volunteers to get the best out of themselves or helping The Salvation Army helping people in crisis."
  • Why I Work For SATCoL
  • Area Collections Manager
"Working for SATCoL offers a great work/life balance, a competitive salary, great benefits, a welcoming team of like-minded individuals and the chance to make a real difference."
  • Why I Work For SATCoL
  • Donation Centre Manager
"Working at SATCoL is an incredibly rewarding experience. The organisation's commitment to making a positive impact in communities, paired with the supportive and inclusive work environment, makes every day truly fulfilling."
Our Values
Compassion
Accountability
Respect
Equality

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD4178526
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    £26,158 per year
  • Employment Status
    Full Time
  • Job Location
    Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned