Independent Recruiters is seeking a senior sales associate for a DIY store. The role covers customer advice, commercial thinking, store opening and closing, store presentation, stock accuracy and supporting colleagues.
The source describes a full-time role requiring flexible availability in the evenings and at weekends, fluent Dutch, and a BHV certificate or willingness to obtain one. Retail or supervisory experience is an advantage. Students would need to assess whether they can meet these requirements; the source does not state whether student-specific scheduling is available.
- Employer
- Independent Recruiters
- Location
- Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
- Pay
- €7.36-€14.71/hour
- Hours
- Not listed
- Language
- Dutch may be required
- Posted
- 8 Sept 2026
- Open until
- Not listed
Independent Recruiters is looking for a senior sales associate for a DIY store. As the keyholder, you are a trusted point of contact for colleagues and customers. You open and close the store, keep an eye on things and help ensure that everything runs smoothly. With your practical attitude and involvement, you make a difference every day.
Responsibilities
- Advise and inspire customers regarding their projects;
- Think along commercially;
- Open and close the store;
- Take care of the store presentation and accurate stock levels;
- Work with colleagues and support them.
Requirements
- A sense of responsibility;
- A proactive attitude;
- Affinity with customer advice, atmosphere and living experience;
- Affinity with building materials;
- Retail and supervisory experience is an advantage;
- Have or be willing to obtain a BHV certificate;
- Flexible availability in terms of hours, including evenings and weekends, for 38uur/week;
- Fluent Dutch.
Offer
- Versatile full-time position;
- Market-based salary according to the CAO Doe-Het-Zelf Branche;
- Training opportunities through Retail Academy;
- Allowances, overtime and a hot meal during evening shifts;
- Travel reimbursement and 15% employee discount on the assortment;
- 24 holiday days and 8% holiday allowance.
Within four working days, we will let you know whether you qualify for the position. An introductory meeting will be arranged digitally or in person. During this meeting, we will provide information about the vacancy, the company and the rest of the procedure. In consultation with you, we will introduce you to our client and continue to guide you through the application process. The Independent Recruiters Group has a large team of specialised recruiters. Each recruiter has a strong focus on their own field, making them an ideal sounding board for both the candidate and the client. No salary amount, city, province or application URL is provided in the source.
Good to know before applying
The source describes a full-time role requiring flexible availability in the evenings and at weekends, fluent Dutch, and a BHV certificate or willingness to obtain one. Retail or supervisory experience is an advantage. Students would need to assess whether they can meet these requirements; the source does not state whether student-specific scheduling is available.