From its inception in 1994, Chrissie Ruckers vision was to build a company that specialised in stylish, white, designer-quality items for the home that were not only exceptional quality, but also outstanding value for money. In addition to this devotion to simplicity, it was imperative the customer was put at the heart of everything and provided with a second-to-none shopping experience - and so The White Company was born.
Today, the company that began as a 12-page mail-order brochure has become one of the UKs fast-growing multi-channel retailers and a leading lifestyle brand with 72 stores across the UK and a highly successful online business.
Our Role
You will be a Passionate individual, Dedicated to supervising the team to provide each customer with an exceptional level of service by identifying and satisfying their needs, thus ensuring that the store meets its sales targets, and develops customer loyalty. You will also support the management team to maximise profit whilst maintaining the brand image.
You will naturally bring our PRIDE values to life, leading Everyone in the team to bring their best every day and be the first port of call in the absence of higher store management.
- Supervise the team to optimise the customer experience as part of TWC multi-channel strategy
- Supervise the training, development and motivation of staff in order to achieve highest possible levels of customer service and performance
- Ensure that the team is dealing with all customer queries and complaints in a timely and efficient manner
- Awareness and supervision of the store presentation including cleanliness, visual display and merchandising - so it is reflective of the brand
- Ensure all administrative procedures are performed, including till transactions, cashing up, staff discount purchases etc
- Responsibility for holding keys to the store, opening and closing the store, completing relevant checklists and cash handling
- Driving sales on the shop floor in the absence of senior management optimising sales and customer service at all times.
Please read through the attached Job Description for more detail.
At The White Company, we value our employees for always going the extra mile; we reward this with great benefits and competitive salaries.
- 50% discount on our products,
- 23 days holiday rising to 25 during service,
- A Volunteer Day with a charity of your choice,
- In addition to a competitive salary, a discretionary bonus scheme may be rewarded annually,
- PerkplaceBenefits Platform offering a variety of discounts across wellbeing and lifestyle,
- Automatic enrolment into the Group Personal Pension scheme,
- Following successful probationary completion, youll be covered by our life assurance plan,
- Social - Christmas party/social events throughout the year
Our Equality Diversity and Inclusion statement of commitment
At The White Company we are committed to creating an inclusive culture that welcomes and celebrates a diversity of backgrounds and identities.
We are working together to ensure our environment is one where people can bring their authentic selves to work, where their contribution is valued, ability enhanced, and perspective appreciated. Where difference is respected, encouraged, and celebrated. Where you can feel you belong.
We are committed to an active Equality Diversity and Inclusion Policy, which starts with our recruitment and selection process.
We'd love you to join us on our journey.
We are committed to building a sustainable legacy that will enable a brighter future for people and our planet. We believe this should be reflected in everything we do.
PRIDE in everything we do
P Passionate We look for team members who are passionate about their expertise or role, who bring the best of themselves to work and have fun with it. We need people who are passionate about offering impeccable service to customers and colleagues
R Resourceful We love hearing from people who use their initiative to solve problems or make processes more efficient. We value people who use their industry knowledge to support the success of the team, and those who care about sustainability.
I Imagination - The best people at The White Company bring creative ideas and offer solutions to problems. We encourage everyone, no matter how junior, to share their ideas and have a voice
D Dedication We look for people who want to go above and beyond for their team and the business. We love seeing evidence of drive from people who are dedicated to being the best in their field of expertise.
E Everyone We all want The White Company to do well and we do that through a One Team, inclusive approach. We need team members who are supportive, respectful people who share ideas and support team wellbeing
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