Sales Associate

About the role

As a Sales Associate, you are De Bijenkorf, and you always act in line with our five core values:

  • Inclusive
  • Open
  • Creative
  • Personal
  • Sustainable

In your role as a Sales Associate, you will welcome visitors, answer questions, and advise customers on products. You’ll take the time to inspire guests with the latest trends, provide product advice, and guide them through the sales process. Additionally, you’ll inform guests about the Bijenkorf membership and highlight the current (exclusive) promotions.

Thanks to you, your department will always look clean and well-organized, allowing us to offer every visitor a unique shopping experience.

What we offer

A role where you can grow and develop in the oldest and most beautiful department store in the Netherlands. We strive for a culture where everyone feels special. You’ll work in a diverse team where everyone is given equal opportunities and feels respected, accepted, heard, and valued.

In accordance with our collective labor agreement (CAO), you can expect:

  • A gross monthly salary of € 2,323.42 (based on 38 hours per week);
  • Salary of €14,11 per hour from the age of 18;
  • Additional pay or time off for working outside regular hours;
  • 8% holiday allowance;
  • An annual profit-sharing bonus of 2% to 6%;
  • 20% staff discount on most purchases;
  • 25 vacation days per year (based on full-time employment);
  • Reimbursement for commuting expenses;
  • Twice a year, a gift card to purchase representative work clothing;
  • A vitality budget of up to €500 per year, which you can use for a gym membership or health courses;
  • Access to our cozy dining hall, where you can enjoy a wide selection of food at attractive prices;
  • Access to our online learning platform to further expand your skills and knowledge.

Who we are looking for

Do you recognize yourself in one or more of the qualifications below? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

  • You are flexible and available to work on weekdays, evenings, and weekends.
  • Teamwork: We tackle busy days together, jumping in where needed. Whether it’s restocking shelves or assisting a colleague at the register, we always support one another.
  • Customer focus: If a customer is looking for something we don’t have, you’ll go the extra mile to help. Sometimes that means offering an alternative—we do everything to make sure our guests leave with a smile.
  • Communication: If something’s on your mind, you address it directly instead of avoiding the issue.

Key requirement:
Proficiency in both Dutch and English.

What will you earn as a Sales Associate at the Bijenkorf

Application procedure

Sales person at the Bijenkorf

As a Sales Assistant at the Bijenkorf, you are at the core of our ongoing efforts to create an unforgettable shopping experience for our customers. You are the ambassador of our luxury department store and are ready to welcome, advise, and inspire customers.

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