Sainsbury's
Trading Assistant - Shift
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Trading Assistant - Shift
Sainsbury’s Warehouse & Store Colleague – Key Responsibilities
As a Sainsbury’s Colleague, your role will encompass a variety of essential tasks to ensure our stores run smoothly and efficiently:
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Stock Management:
- Collect and replenish stock from the warehouse using heavy roll cages (up to 15KG), ensuring shelves are clean, tidy, and fully stocked with well-presented products.
- Maintain a visually appealing store environment for customers.
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Customer Service:
- Provide exceptional customer service, be proactive in assisting customers, and answer queries with enthusiasm.
- Build strong product knowledge to recommend promotions and offerings effectively.
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Operational Support:
- Date-check fresh produce and grocery products to ensure quality and freshness.
- Assist across the store as needed, including supporting deliveries where required.
What Makes a Great Sainsbury’s Colleague?
We’re looking for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, overnight environment and demonstrate the following qualities:
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Flexibility & Adaptability:
- Comfortable working alone in a high-energy setting while also collaborating effectively in a team.
- Willing to work across multiple store roles and adapt to changing priorities.
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Customer-Focused Mindset:
- A friendly, welcoming demeanour with a genuine passion for helping customers.
- Takes ownership of tasks and uses initiative to solve challenges.
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Physical & Digital Readiness:
- Physically capable of handling heavy lifting (up to 15KG) and maintaining fast-paced tasks.
- Eager to learn and use new digital tools and technology to improve efficiency.
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Attention to Detail:
- Maintains a spotless, clutter-free store to deliver the best shopping experience.
Benefits of Working for Sainsbury’s
We invest in our colleagues with market-leading benefits and training opportunities:
- Nightshift Premium:
- Earn an additional £2.45 per hour for shifts between midnight–5 AM (if applicable).
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Discounts & Savings:
- 10% discount at Sainsbury’s, Argos, Tu, and Habitat after four weeks, progressing to 15% at Sainsbury’s every Friday & Saturday.
- Exclusive deals on gym memberships, holidays, restaurants, and retail vouchers.
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Workplace Perks:
- Free food and drinks provided in-store.
- Generous holiday entitlement, including maternity/paternity leave.
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Financial & Long-Term Benefits:
- Pension contributions: Sainsbury’s matches 4–7.5% of your contributions.
- Share schemes: Purchase Sainsbury’s shares at a discount.
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Wellbeing Support:
- Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme offering guidance on personal and professional challenges.
Important Notes
- Vacancies may close quickly—apply as soon as possible to avoid missing opportunities.
- For application updates, contact the specific store you’ve applied to via Sainsbury’s Store Locator.
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