We're Hiring - Senior Store Associate - St Ives

Ever wanted to work for a surf brand!? 

Well... here's a rare opportunity to join our St Ives Store Team!

We’re on the hunt for an enthusiastic and motivated Senior Store Associate to support the St Ives Store Manager. 

Who are Tiki? 

Established since 1967, Tiki has been at the forefront of British surfing for over 50 years and remains the UK’s leading home-grown surf company. We’re a specialist surf and snow company that’s true to our core belief – designing and developing cold water surf gear and providing extensive snow brands to gear you up ready for the mountains.

We’re proud to be among the top surf stores in the UK with a growing online retail business to boot. 

Love surf culture? This could be the role for you. 

Our work environment includes:

  • On-the-job training
  • Relaxed atmosphere
  • Company perks

About you: 

We're seeking a keen and motivated individual, who has an interest in the surfing lifestyle and community, to join our retail team.

Previous experience working in a retail environment would be an advantage but not essential, (as full product training and shop system training will be given).

The successful candidate should be both confident in engaging with customers and have a genuine interest in promoting our products through sales.

The candidate will also be required to support the Store Manager in the day-today store operations, including merchandising and stock inventory, locking up and key responsibilities and maintaining the shop opening in the Managers absence.

This position is a wonderful opportunity for an ambitious individual who wants to combine their passion for surf with a career in retail.

To apply please send your CV and cover letter to;  

mark.w@tikisurf.co.uk

Key Tasks:

  • Opening and running the store in the absence of the Store Manager
  • Support the Store Manager in the day-to-day operations of the store including, opening and securely closing the store, cashing up and other key responsibilities including alarm call out response.
  • Driving customer service through team engagement and use of product expertise to build a strong and loyal customer base
  • Visual merchandising, product and brand launches in line with company direction
  • Assist the Store Manager in organising, planning, and implementing our vision and purpose
  • Support the Store Manager in managing stock inventory, completing deliveries and general maintenance of stock and replenishment
  • Ensuring the store is always tidy and uncluttered
  • Keeping your knowledge up to date on all products sold in store and learn about technical equipment that we stock that you aren't familiar with
  • Attending to customers giving technical advice on products providing a personalised customer experience
  • Be aware of daily sales target and work towards achieving the budget set and collecting customer data
  • Oversight of junior members of the team helping to create positive and engaging workspace where tasks are completed, and it is welcoming for customers.

We look forward to hearing from you! 

To apply please send your CV and cover letter to;  

mark.w@tikisurf.co.uk