Archive for the ‘Retail Jobs’ Category
Tuesday, April 9th, 2013
If you’ve previously (or are currently) working in retail then you’ll already know that you’ll be faced with all kinds of customers and complaints throughout your retail working life. We all know that good customer service should be a key attribute of any retail person’s skillset, but sometimes detailing with customers that are angry, impatient, intimidating or demanding can be tricky.
We’ve put together some top tips on how you can influence how customers respond to you be thinking about your own actions and responses.
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Friday, February 22nd, 2013
There’s no doubt that retail is an extremely fast-paced and competitive industry, which generates a significant amount of interest from eager jobseekers. As there’s probably already plenty of interest in the retail job you’ve got your eye on, you’ll need to make sure that your CV really stands out. We’ve put together some top tips on how you can create a CV that is bound to leave a great impression on your potential retail employer… (more…)
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Monday, February 4th, 2013
If you’ve never had a job in retail before, or even a job at all for that matter, the whole job process can seem a little daunting when you’re not sure what to do or how you’re supposed to act. However, don’t be afraid if you do make mistakes; most people will give you the benefit of the doubt seeing as you’re completely new, but you’ll still need to make sure you make a good impression. (more…)
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Tuesday, January 29th, 2013
Fears that Britain is heading for a “triple-dip recession” intensified last week, amongst news of a “poor Christmas for retailers” and the impact of recent weather conditions, according to The Guardian. The large drop in retail sales on Britain’s high streets seemed to take its toll on Jessops, HMV, Comet and Blockbuster, as all four businesses went into administration. (more…)
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Friday, November 23rd, 2012
As we all know, Christmas is the busiest time of year for high street stores and it’s around this time of year when it starts to get busy; stores open for longer and shoppers become more flustered as they frantically search for gift ideas as the festive season creeps even closer.
Working in retail during Christmas can be extremely rewarding, especially if your team sets incentives or promises prizes for achieving sales goals. This time of year will also put your skills to the test, which will really benefit your career and your current skill set in the long run.
If you’ve previously worked on the shop floor during Christmas then you’ll understand how demanding it can be, but for those who are yet to experience the Christmas craze, we’ve put together some top tips on how to handle the pressure on the shop floor. (more…)
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Posted in Jobs in retail, Retail Jobs
Tuesday, November 6th, 2012
Working a retail job can be incredibly rewarding, mainly because you’ll acquire a wide range of skills that employers are almost always looking for in an employee. Aside from providing you with a certain set of skills, working within retail can also give you the chance to get your career kick-started; we’ve put together a list of key skills and competencies you’re guaranteed to acquire and improve on when holding down a retail job. (more…)
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Wednesday, September 12th, 2012
Whatever your retail background or previous retail jobs and experience, you need to be able to demonstrate how you can perform in a retail environment, how you’ve contributed to your previous employers and what you can bring to the table. Overall, you need to show that you’ve got the skills, training and work ethic, which can contribute to an employer’s goals.
The key is to sell yourself in a way that makes the employer believe they may miss out if they don’t offer you an interview. Besides, if you don’t sell yourself, who else will? We’ve listed a few ways on how to write that killer retail resume… (more…)
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Thursday, August 16th, 2012
As with any job in retail, your retail skills are put to the test, as you are required to engage in a range of tasks and activities in order to generate sales. As a store operations manager, you are expected to have an extensive range of retail skills that cover a wide range of responsibilities. For those looking to step up into a managerial role or for those looking to develop their current retail management skills, there are a number of ways to become a better retail salesperson and, more importantly, a better retail candidate overall. (more…)
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Thursday, August 9th, 2012
Today marks the unveiling of new investment programmes by major retailers Nestle, Tesco and Boots, which is said to give Britain’s consumer industry a ‘boost.’
At today’s British Business Embassy meeting, several major retailers will be announcing their plans to help grow their businesses overall.
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Wednesday, July 11th, 2012
If you’re in search of a retail sales job that allows you to operate and exercise your retail skills solely on the shop floor then you’ll need to ensure your sales skills are up to scratch. Not only will you be required to listen and communicate effectively with customers after greeting them in order to secure a sale, you’ll also need to be able to progress a sale without pressuring the customer and therefore losing a sale altogether! R-Three has put together a quick checklist on how to attain a customer’s interest, ensure a sale and progress a sale thereafter. (more…)
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Thursday, July 5th, 2012
A monthly survey undertaken by the British Retail Consortium (BRC) revealed, “shop price inflation is at its lowest for two and a half years,” as overall shop price inflation has slowed to just 1.1%. (more…)
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Friday, May 18th, 2012
Read our How to be a good retail salesperson – Pt. 1 for the first section of this topic.
After you’ve left the customer for a couple of minutes, approach them in an assured manner. Lean towards making a personal remark (about either the person or the product they are looking at), which demands a positive response. You should do this in a conversational and casual tone; this should spark a natural conversation, which is more preferred than asking the basic “can I help you?” question. Customers often dread being asked this question, as they believe it to be quite forced and insincere, and often feel a little pressured into giving an immediate answer. (more…)
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Friday, May 18th, 2012
Being a good salesperson is one of the fundamentals of working in retail and is exceptionally important for those working on the shop floor. The reality is; a lot of retail employees fail to realise that there are ways of improving your selling skills, and believe that “some people are just good at sales.” Although others may indeed have a certain knack for selling in a retail environment, there’s a particular strategy when it comes to approaching the customer and selling a product to the customer, in hope that they will return in the foreseeable future to purchase more.
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Wednesday, March 7th, 2012
Whether you’re looking to work for a high street chain or a small fashion boutique, retail sales and store assistant roles open up plenty of opportunity, giving you the ability to delve into every aspect of shop floor sales and develop your current retail skills.
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Monday, February 20th, 2012
As retail is such a competitive industry, it’s vital to familiarise with yourself with the key skills you may need to compete for a job in retail. Although some retail jobs will ask for a very specific set of skills, as soon as you understand the demands across the retail sector and incorporate these into your current skill set, you’ll be on your way to becoming a rather appealing retail applicant. Besides, standing out from the crowd is a must when it comes to applying for a retail job.
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Tuesday, February 7th, 2012
The retail industry employs nearly three million people in the UK, generating over £260 billion a year in sales. It’s an extremely profitable and fast-moving industry that attempts to supply customers with what they want before they even know it themselves. Many people believe that any retail job is merely shop floor-based; truth is there’s a whole medley of retail jobs that aren’t restricted to shop floor sales. (more…)
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Monday, January 23rd, 2012
At R-Three, we pride ourselves in being able to help out both candidates and clients and fulfill every single retail recruitment need. We aim to provide our clients with the most suitable candidate for that specific retail job and we also aim to help our candidates as much as possible throughout the whole recruitment process. That’s why we’ve put together a short guide for candidates who are looking for a few quick and memorable interviews tips.
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Tuesday, January 10th, 2012
January is one of the busiest times for retail companies and usually one of the most exciting too. Although the January sales might seem a little hectic, you can actually learn a whole variety of skills during this very busy period. Retail sales jobs, store operations jobs, luxury retail jobs and hospitality and leisure jobs are the roles that promote involvement on the shop floor; this is the best place to be during such a busy stage in the year as you can really get involved with the bustling in-store atmosphere. So, what skills could you learn during retail’s busiest periods? (more…)
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Tuesday, December 6th, 2011
So, you’re thinking of applying for a job in retail in preparation for the New Year. What better time to prepare for future employment then right about now? Some employers are more likely to postpone advertising their current job vacancies until the New Year in order to provide their candidates with a fresh start. Round about now, you can consider updating your CV, but also consider which retail sector may suit your skills the best. That way, you’ll be fully prepared for your new retail job just in time for January 2012.
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Thursday, November 17th, 2011
Seeing as a fashion is such a broad sector, it’s sometimes hard to partner the right candidate with the right client and match the candidate’s skills with everything the client requires. Luckily for you, R-Three just so happens to offer a full recruitment solution across the fashion industry and understands that finding candidates a fashion retail job suited their skills is most important. Our expertise in the fashion sector also allows us to understand clients’ needs and find the best recruitment solution.
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Posted in Fashion Jobs, Latest News, Retail Jobs
Monday, November 7th, 2011
Retail is a very rewarding industry to be a part of. A retail job can provide you with a considerably broad set of skills that can be applied towards your future career. At R-Three, we can get your retail career kick-started or furthered with our beneficial retail jobs. Offering a full retail recruitment solution across the retail, luxury retail, fashion and retail sales industries, our experts have the experience and the knowledge to be able to understand your needs and inject them into a retail job that suits you perfectly.
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Tuesday, October 18th, 2011
Are you looking for a temporary and interim retail job to cover the Christmas period? Maybe you’re looking to be recruited for the next few years as well as over Christmas? Whatever type of retail recruitment you’re looking for, whether it’s for a short period or for a longer duration, our experts at R-Three can find you that perfect retail job most suited to you for over the festive period or longer. There really is no better time to experience a job in retail than at Christmas, which normally promotes a very busy, bustling and atmospheric working environment.
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Posted in Fashion Jobs, Jobs in retail, Retail Jobs
Thursday, September 22nd, 2011
At R-Three, we operate throughout the luxury retail industry including fine fashion, beauty brands, jewellery and more. Are you hoping that one day you’ll become a Concession Manager of a luxury fashion brand or even represent a luxury jewellery store as Sales Executive? R-Three works with leading luxury brands throughout the UK and even around the globe, so if you really are considering a career within the luxury retail sector and believe your retail talent should get noticed then R-Three may just have the job for you.
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Friday, September 9th, 2011
Do you have a steady yet strong retail head and strive to become the brains of a brand? Then further your retail career with R-Three’s retail head office vacancies and become a true asset to a company’s operations. You could immerse yourself within the buying and merchandising side of a retail company, or even get stuck into the technicalities or marketing strategies of a popular retail brand. Our expert Retail Head Office team specialise in buying, merchandising, marketing, designing, account managing and technical operations and will do whatever it takes to find you that ideal retail head office job you so strongly desire.
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Wednesday, August 10th, 2011
Are you passionate about retail and the bustling, beneficial lifestyle it promotes? Do you feel like you’re ready to make that final leap towards a managerial role? Are you scared about the level of responsibility you are required to take on? Allow our experts at R-Three, specialists in Retail & Sales Management, to navigate you towards that perfect role in retail. Let us reassure you that retail is a truly fantastic sector to become a part of.
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Monday, June 6th, 2011
Retail Sales jobs offer one of the most exhilarating and fast moving positions in the retail sector. The retail sales team are the ‘face’ of the brand and as such are vitally important for all retail stores.
Working in retail sales can be very hard work, but this sector is also one of the most rewarding when you are working with customers on a daily basis.
Our specialist retail sales team are experts in finding the very best people for some of the UK’s leading retail brands and luxury retail brands.
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Friday, May 6th, 2011
Working in retail is often fast paced, exciting and varied. The retail industry offers great opportunities for career progression and high salaries. (more…)
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