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Careers at Aldiss

MR W.V. Aldiss (Mr. Val) & Mr T.C. Aldiss (Mr Tim)

WJ Aldiss limited has been a part of Norfolk homes and families for over 130 years. Over the years we have become one of East Anglia's leading independant retailers. We pride ourselves on providing excellent customer service and we are looking for talented and self-motivated individuals to join our successful business.

The Aldiss stores are visited by over half a million a customers a year which is no surprise as we hold an extension range of over 40,000 high quality products available in store and online. Alongside our many qualities are a massive multi media advertising and many, many big named brands, exceptional quality and customer service. We are expected, by our customers to deliver at the highest level of staff performance and as a member of the team you will need to be professional and customer focused at all times. You will be rewarded with an excellent package, outstanding benefits and a first class working environment. Opportunities to join our tight-knit, highly successful team are rare. If you think you’ll fit in - send us your CV today!

CURRENT VACANCIES

Website Administrator - Fakenham


W J Aldiss Limited is one of East Anglia’s leading independent retailers and has been established for over 130 years. We pride ourselves on providing excellent customer service and we are looking for talented and self-motivated individuals to join our successful business.


We currently have a vacancy for a full time Web Administrator to join our E-commerce team based in Fakenham. This person will work in close collaboration with the other members of the team.


Responsibilities and Duties

  • New Product listings – Creating and uploading new product ranges to the Aldiss website.
  • Product Content - Work closely with both our Buying and E-commerce team members to ensure all product listings are accurate, well written and adhere to e-commerce best practice.
  • Product Listing improvements – Continuous maintenance of existing products to improve SEO with keyword research and site merchandising.
  • Product Imagery - ensure new photography and videos are correctly prepared and uploaded.

Experience and Skills

  • Good writing ability – must have a good grasp of the English language and be able to write fluently, there will be elements of adapting long-form prose to bullet point formats, as well as opportunities to write descriptions of your own. Working SEO knowledge is a bonus but not essential.
  • Good, methodical approach to work – an ability to manage your own time and keep on top of workload is essential
  • Ability to work to tight deadlines - we have a quick turnaround time on products so being able to work quickly to help get them online is essential.
  • Interpersonal skills - must be able to communicate well within the office team.
  • PC-literate - must be able to operate Microsoft Office programs with an emphasis on Excel and have working knowledge of the web. Comfortable with learning new software applications is important.
  • Keen eye for detail – There will always be lots of details to add to listings so looking for small mistakes and ensuring all details are accurate and thorough is essential.

The hours for this position are 37.5 - 40 per week, Monday to Friday.
The rate of pay for this position is £11.90 per hour (subject to Government pay guidelines). We also offer attractive benefits and the opportunity to be part of a friendly team.

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Discounted or free food
  • Employee discount
  • Free parking
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking


Application deadline: 17/05/2024

Warehouse Assistant

W J Aldiss Limited is one of East Anglia's leading independent retailers and has been established for over 130 years. We pride ourselves on providing excellent customer service and we are looking for a full-time Warehouse Assistant to be part of a successful business.
Based within the Distribution Centre in Fakenham, the main duties of the role are:

  • Assisting with receipt and movement of large items of stock around warehouse
  • Assisting with stock administration paperwork
  • General housekeeping duties in and around company premises

Attributes required:

  • Good communication skills, verbal and written
  • Ability to complete administration paperwork in a timely and accurate manner
  • Ability to work on own initiative
  • Confident approach with customers and other members of the team
  • Smart appearance at all times

A full car driving licence is essential to this role but a Class C1 licence would be advantageous.
Please also note this role will involve heavy lifting and manual tasks on a daily basis.
This position is based on a 40-hour week, between 8.00 am and 5.00 pm, Monday to Friday. Bank holiday work is not required.
We offer a competitive rate of pay of £12.36 per hour (subject to Government pay guidelines) and attractive company benefits together with the opportunity to be part of our friendly team.
Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Discounted or free food
  • Employee discount
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking

Experience:

  • Material Moving & Warehousing Occupations: 1 year (preferred)

Application deadline: 10/05/2024

 

Sales Advisor Homewares - Weekend


W J Aldiss Limited is one of East Anglia's leading independent retailers and has been established for over 130 years. We pride ourselves on providing excellent customer service and we are looking for a part-time (weekend) Sales Advisor to work in the Homewares department based in our Fakenham Superstore.
Working as part of a dedicated team, you will be comfortable in dealing face to face with customers, helping and guiding them through the myriad of products on offer. You will develop an outstanding knowledge of product, display standards and replenishment routines.
Previous retail experience would be an advantage but not essential as full training will be provided.
The position is based on working 7.5 hours every Saturday between the hours of 9.00am and 5.00pm or working 5.5 hours every Sunday between the hours of 10.30am and 4.30pm.
We offer a competitive rate of pay and attractive benefits together with the opportunity to be part of our friendly team.
The basic rate of pay for this position ranges from £8.09 to £11.44 per hour, subject to Government pay guidelines (from 16 years to 21+ years).


Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Discounted or free food
  • Employee discount
  • On-site parking


Application deadline: 26/04/2024

If you would like to be considered for future roles within our company please feel free to send in your CV or application form. We keep your submission on file for 6 months and should a suitable job vacancy arise you will be contacted. You can download and complete an application form below and send it to the Personnel Department, Oxborough Lane, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 8AF. Alternatively, you can send your CV with a covering letter to careers@aldiss.com.     

 

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