Store Assistant

Company: Ikea
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Location: Preston
Job Description:

  • You will adopt a flexible approach to working, being part of a store team to take responsibility for all areas of the small store. This will include customer facing roles and fulfilment.
  • You will use the IKEA vision of a better everyday life at home and prioritise the customer experience by interacting with guests and promoting products to align with their needs to create a memorable shopping experience.
  • Support maximising sales by ensuring all areas of responsibility are clean, fully stocked, all products priced, well presented and easy to shop. Some products may involve heavy lifting.
  • You may carry out manual handling and heavy lifting of various stock. Using pump trucks and trolleys to safely and efficiently transport heavy goods within the warehouse.
  • Ensure all safety protocols and regulations are followed for a secure environment for both our customers and co-workers.
  • WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us, and be valued in the workplace. Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many.
  • RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible.
  • Final stage candidates will be invited to the store to meet with the store manager and to do a tour of the store. Able to multitask effectively, manage your own workload, and work collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Ability to use your initiative, analyse the shop floor and decide priorities with the customer at the heart of the operation.
  • Bring a strong customer-first mindset, enjoying varied daily tasks and making customers feel valued.
  • Retail or customer service experience is helpful, but a proactive, hands-on attitude is just as important.
  • Confident using computers and technology to support day-to-day tasks.
  • Highly organised and detail-oriented, able to prioritise work and stay composed in a fast-paced environment. as well so much more! https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/this-is-ikea/work-with-us/why-work-with-us-because-a-job-with-us-is-so-much-more-than-a-job-pub1969c310 24 hours weekly working over 4 days, including days, evenings and alternative weekends. Thursday is essential availability for this role.
  • Working hours are between 8:45am to 8pm.
  • We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.
  • WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family’s everyday needs.
  • 15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100’s on High-street retailers.
  • Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans.
  • iBenefits – Rewards & discount portal.
  • Free healthy meal option, salad bar, fruit and hot/cold drinks.

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Posted: September 21st, 2026