Sales Consultant / Bike Sales Advisor

📍 Chichester, West Sussex
📄 26-Week Contract (Potential to Go Permanent)
💰 £26,436.80 per year + Commission

About the Company

An industry-leading bicycle retail business is seeking motivated and customer-focused Sales Consultants to join its growing team in Chichester on an initial 26-week contract, with the opportunity to move into a permanent role for successful candidates.

With operations across the UK, Australia, and New Zealand, the business is passionate about creating the world's most approachable bike shops while offering genuine long-term career progression and development opportunities.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who enjoy sales, customer service, teamwork, and relationship-building - no extensive bike knowledge required, as full training and support will be provided.

The Opportunity

As a Sales Consultant, you will work closely with customers to understand their needs, provide expert recommendations, and deliver an outstanding in-store experience. You'll be joining a supportive and high-performing team environment with ongoing coaching, structured development, and clear opportunities for progression.

The role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with people, achieving results, and helping customers find the right products and solutions.

Both full-time and part-time opportunities are available. The business is ideally looking for candidates who can work 4-5 days per week but would also consider someone available for 3 days per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional one-to-one customer service and sales support

• Build strong relationships with customers and create a welcoming in-store experience

• Identify customer needs and recommend suitable products and solutions

• Achieve individual and team sales targets

• Participate in regular coaching, training, and development sessions

• Support day-to-day store operations and contribute to team success

• Develop product knowledge and mechanical understanding through training

• Maintain high standards of presentation and customer engagement

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in sales, retail, or customer service preferred

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• A positive and target-focused mindset

• Demonstrated reliability, commitment, and willingness to learn

• Passion for delivering excellent customer experiences

• Mechanical aptitude or an interest in bikes is advantageous

• Team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic

What's on Offer

• Initial 26-week contract with the opportunity to become permanent

• Full-time and part-time opportunities available

• Competitive salary + commission structure

• Career progression opportunities with a promote-from-within culture

• Structured coaching and leadership development programs

• International relocation and transfer opportunities

• Employee discounts and staff purchase schemes

• Company pension

• Cycle to work scheme

• Sick pay

• Industry-recognised training and qualifications

• Reward and recognition programs, including international incentive trips

Working Hours

• Flexible working patterns available

• Ideally 4-5 days per week

• 3-day working week may also be considered

• Day shifts

• Weekend availability required

• Overtime opportunities available

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