Shopping Experience Assistant | Retail | IKEA Oman

Job Requisition ID: 178422 

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A”rab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate. 

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.

Overview Of The Role:
The Shopping Experience Assistant is responsible for enhancing customer service operations including Smaland, Self Scan, and the Info Desk. This role requires greeting customers, ensuring safety and operational efficiency within the playroom area, and supporting various customer service functions. Success in this position involves representing the IKEA brand and maintaining high store standards.

What You Will Do:

• Greet and welcome customers on arrival.
• Explain the Smaland admission policy in a friendly and professional manner.
• Ensure child safety is a priority in Smaland.
• Make announcements and page parents if there is any issue in the playroom area.
• Provide a safe environment for children within the area.
• Attend to all customer queries in a professional manner.
• Ensure shopping tools and catalogues are available for customers.
• Provide bags or trollies as appropriate.
• Support in self-scan when needed.
• Adhere to all system procedures as per policy or procedure.
• Brief the Duty Manager on complaints that require management assistance.
• Ensure all emergency procedures are adhered to.

Required Skills To Be Successful:

• Analytical Skills
• Effective Communication
• Customer Focussed
• Teamwork

What Qualifies You For The Role:

• High School diploma.
• First Aid qualification as per relevant country standards.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Proficiency in analytical skills and effective communication.

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