Are you an interior enthusiast and would you like to be part of an exciting journey as we embark on significant growth, one comfy step at a time? We are super pleased to meet you if you think you have what it takes to be part of something fun and new. We are the largest independent rug retailer in the UK and Ireland and we have a fantastic opportunity for you to join our team!

We are opening up a brilliant opportunity by recruiting for a Retail Sales Associate position in our store in The Quays Shopping Centre, Newry.

The Role:

Kukoon is seeking a 12-hour Permanent Retail Sales Associate to help connect our customers with their perfect rug. We want to hear from you if you enjoy coming to work to have fun, love providing excellent customer service and have a passion for all things interiors. The ideal candidate will be available to work mid week and weekend shifts.

What will you be doing at Kukoon:

• Be an inspirational, helpful and informed role model, giving genuine interior advice to our growing customer database.
• Providing the best customer service and interior product knowledge. This can be in person, over the phone or via email.
• Achieving exceptional visual delivery that reflects the Kukoon brand, to help take our customers on an interior journey and enhance their overall in-store experience.
• Help to maintain accurate inventory by adhering to all policies and procedures.
• Working with an A+ team to smash sales targets and increase customer footfall.
• Opening and closing of the store.

To join our vibrant and growing business…

• You will have some customer service experience in a similar role, dealing with customers in a retail environment.
• A genuine interest in fashion, homewares and trends – after all that’s what we do best! Selling rugs can be so rewarding.
• A drive to continually improve processes and customer experiences – we love our customers, can you tell?
• A basic knowledge of an inventory and point of sale till system.
• A positive attitude where you demonstrate pride in your work and have the energy to match.

You’ll be rewarded with:

• A generous salary and pension scheme enrollment
• Free Parking
• Joining the UK’s top online interior company, with aspirations to be the name you think of when you think of rugs!
• Annual leave that increases with length of service
• Generous staff discount – and we mean HUGE!
• Great culture and fun social activities through our Kukoon Connects Club

This role requires flexibility across the week including weekends. The ideal candidate will be available to work mid week and weekend shifts.

N.B. This is a 12-hour contract, with potential availability for additional working hours.

Store opening hours are:

Monday – Saturday 10:00 – 18:00

Sunday 13:00 – 18:00

We are Kukooners

At Kukoon, we’re all about creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and valued. We know that diverse teams bring fresh ideas, different perspectives, and better results. No matter your background or story, we’d love to hear from you. If there’s anything you need during the application process, just let us know.