WILLIES.co.uk is a market leading Ice Hockey, Inline Hockey, and Figure Skating Retailer.
With a shops in Coventry, Nottingham, and Sheffield with a strong and growing presence online Willies is renowned for its high levels of customer service and expert product knowledge.
The team are a passionate and friendly bunch who enjoy serving the small community they are part of. Please see below current job vacancies within #TEAMWILLIES
If you cannot see a vacancy that suits but working for Willies is appealing, please do contact us with your CV and we will bear you in mind for future positions.
Sales Assistant – Coventry Store
Are you passionate about delivering excellent customer service and being part of a friendly, hardworking, and growing team?
Whether you're experienced in retail, customer service or keen to learn – we’d love to hear from you! We’re currently hiring for 2 additional Sales Assistants to join our team at our flagship store in Coventry.
This role is a shop floor position offering variety and the chance to develop a broad skill set.
What We’re Offering
Regular contracted hours (minimum 14 hours/week, including at least one weekend day)
Starting at National Minimum Wage, with higher rates available depending on age, experience and suitability for the role
Generous staff discount
Company pension scheme
Full training provided – including ice skate sharpening
Your Role as Sales Assistant, you’ll report to store management and support the smooth running of our retail operation.
What We’re Looking For
Hardworking, honest, and approachable individuals
Retail, customer service, or warehouse experience preferred (but not essential)
Strong numeracy and basic computer skills
Flexible approach to working hours
Problem-solving mindset and a team-player attitude
Enthusiasm and a customer-first approach
Knowledge of Ice Hockey, Inline Hockey, or Figure Skating is a plus – but not required!
Your responsibilities will include:
Providing friendly, expert advice to customers
Serving customers and processing transactions at the till
Replenishing stock and maintaining displays
Receiving and processing deliveries (In conjunction with the warehouse team)
Answering customer enquiries (in-store, by phone and online)
Supporting stock control and inventory management
Ice skate sharpening (training provided)
Keeping the store clean, organised, and welcoming
Availability
To help us provide the best possible service to our customers and maintain a consistent rota, we are looking for applicants who can commit to a regular working pattern and offer flexibility across weekdays and weekends.