About this role
<p><strong>About adidas</strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Join us and be part of an exciting new opening in the heart of Rome.</strong></p> <p>We are looking for talented and passionate <strong>Sales Assistants </strong>to join our new <strong>adidas Originals store in Via del Babuino</strong>, one of the most iconic shopping destinations in the city.</p> <div> </div> <div> </div> <div> <p> </p> <p><strong>Your role & impact </strong></p> </div> <div> <div> <p>As a Sales Assistant, you contribute to achieving or exceeding store sales and KPI targets by delivering an excellent consumer experience and acting as a true brand ambassador. <br>You support daily store operations with a proactive mindset, whether on the sales floor or in the stockroom, ensuring smooth execution of customer service, replenishment, and operational standards. <br>Your role is key in creating a welcoming environment that drives sales, strengthens brand loyalty, and reflects adidas values. </p> </div> <div> <p> </p> </div> <div> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities </strong></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>Contribute to store performance by actively working towards achieving and exceeding sales targets and KPIs </p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>Deliver an excellent consumer experience in line with the adidas customer service model </p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>Act as a brand ambassador by representing adidas values and product knowledge on the shop floor </p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>Proactively apply learnings from training sessions into daily selling behaviors </p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>Support store operations including replenishment, stockroom activities, and sales floor organization </p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>Maintain high standards of Visual Merchandising and store cleanliness to create an inviting shopping environment </p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>Execute sales transactions quickly and accurately, following cash handling procedures </p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>Comply with store safety and security procedures to minimize losses and stock discrepancies </p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>Work collaboratively with team members to achieve store goals </p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>Demonstrate accuracy and efficiency in both sales floor and stockroom operations </p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>Show a continuous willingness to learn and actively engage in development opportunities </p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p> </p> </div> <div> <p><strong>What we are looking for in you </strong></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>Ideally 1–2 months of experience in a retail environment (sports/fashion preferred) with exposure to sales and customer service </p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>Passion for retail, sports, and delivering great consumer experience </p> </li> </ul> </div> </div> <div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>Strong communication and interpersonal skills </p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>Proactive mindset and willingness to learn </p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment </p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>Flexibility to support different store operations (sales floor and stockroom) </p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>Good knowledge of English and Italian </p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p> </p> </div> <div> <p><strong>What we offer </strong></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>Salary starting from €23.241,12 (for full time)</p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>CCNL Commercio – Level 5. After 18 months of employment, increase to level 4. </p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>Meal vouchers </p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>Variable bonus </p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>Welfare and corporate benefits program </p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>️Employee Assistance Program and accident insurance </p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>Employee discount </p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p>Learning and development opportunities </p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p> </p> </div> <div> </div> <div> <p><strong>Application Process</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Online application: complete the online application providing us with your CV and a motivational letter.</li> <li>Pre-screening/initial interview: if your application has passed the first screening, then you will be contacted by the recruiter for an interview to verify the basic requirements of the position.</li> <li>Final selection/Assessment Day: final candidates will have in-person interviews with business leaders which will include cases studies, group exercises and speed interviews, to assess skills and competencies.<br><br></li> </ul> <p><strong>The assessment day will take place in Rome on July 27 and 28, 2026. </strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Working hours: full time 40H and part time (30, 20, and 18H)</li> <li>Starting date: end of September 2026</li> </ul> </div> <div> <p> </p> <p> </p> </div> </div> <div> <p>Sound good? 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