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Trade Counter Sales Assistant

  • Location:

    County Carlow

  • Sector:

    Construction

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    Depending on experience

  • Contact:

    Magda Olech

  • Contact email:

    magda@elkrecruitment.com

  • Contact phone:

    599176301

  • Job ref:

    BH-4890

  • Published:

    4 days ago

  • Expiry date:

    2025-05-03

  • Startdate:

    2025-04-02

Role: Trade Counter Sales Assistant
Location: County Carlow
Job Type: Permanent - Full time
Salary: Negotiable

At Elk Recruitment, we are looking for a driven Trade Counter Sales Assistant to join our client’s growing team based in Co. Carlow. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Trade Counter Sales Assistant to make a real impact in an innovative and growing organization.

What's on Offer:
  • Competitive salary based on experience
Your new role includes:
  • Provide expert advice and assistance to trade customers, ensuring they receive the right products and services for their projects.
  • Process sales transactions quickly and accurately at the trade counter.
  • Handle customer queries and complaints in a professional and efficient manner.
  • Build and maintain relationships with regular trade customers, ensuring repeat business.
  • Maintain a thorough knowledge of hardware products, including tools, materials, and other trade-related items.
  • Actively promote sales and special offers to customers, ensuring product knowledge is up to date.
  • Identify and recommend add-ons or alternative products to meet customer needs.
  • Ensure stock levels are maintained and that the trade counter is fully stocked with high-demand items.
  • Assist in stock checks and inventory management when required.
  • Process trade customer orders and ensure correct items are pulled from stock.
  • Assist in the efficient and timely loading of customer orders.
  • Handle any special orders or customer requirements as needed.
  • Work closely with other team members to ensure smooth operations within the branch.
  • Assist in training and mentoring junior staff or new team members on product knowledge and customer service standards.
  • Adhere to health and safety standards within the store and trade counter.
  • Ensure safe handling and storage of all products, particularly heavy or hazardous materials.
Experience you need:
  • Trade Counter experience 1 year minimum
  • Forklift ticket
What’s next
  • Apply Now to submit your application and we will be in touch asap for our initial screening.
  • If this role isn’t the perfect match but you're interested in similar opportunities, feel free to get in touch.