Trade Specialist

Waurn Ponds Warehouse; Geelong; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team discount at Bunnings and Wesfarm

OnePass membership

100+ exclusive benefits

Paid parental leave

Festive gifts and discounted cafe

Job summary

Bunnings is seeking a Trade Specialist in Geelong to deliver outstanding customer service to our trade customers. You will manage high-volume inventory, build relationships with builders, carpenters and trades, and contribute to store growth.

The role offers an adult pay rate of 30.74 AUD per hour for 18+ with pathways into other areas. Join a team that values inclusion, safety and community impact while growing your career in retail.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a customer service and administrative based role is desirable.
• Good computer literacy and the ability to learn new systems including emails, quoting and CRMs.
• To be detail oriented with a professional approach.
• Confidence to reach out to, connect with, and communicate with customers.
• Genuine interest in trade products and an eagerness to learn more about products and services.
• To act with integrity, be safe and do your best.

Responsibilities

• Provide our customers with the best experience, with a focus on trade products.
• Be responsible for our customer management and quoting systems.
• Generate future sales leads and maintain relationships within your local area and local organisations.
• Work as part of a supportive and inclusive team that makes a difference in the community and has fun along the way.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

CRM systems

Tools

CRM systems

Quoting software

Job description

Join us and experience Bunnings from the other side of the counter!

What's in it for you when you're part of our team:

• Team discount at Bunnings and other Wesfarmers brands including Kmart, Target and Officeworks to name a few
• Free standard OnePass membership
• Access to over 100+ exclusive team member benefits across health, shopping, travel and stay, wealth, work and leave
• 12 weeks paid parental leave, regardless of gender
• Fun stuff like annual festive gifts, discounted food and drinks at our Bunnings Cafe, and travelling store team member opportunities
• We’re genuinely invested in your career and no matter where you start with us, that pathway is yours to build

About the role:

Joining Bunnings as a Trade Specialist, you'll bring your knowledge, passion and enthusiasm to provide the best experience to our trade customers. You'll have the chance to develop skills in relationship building, high-volume inventory management and logistics, while playing a crucial role in contributing to your warehouse's commercial growth. You'll handle a diverse client portfolio, including residential builders, carpenters, plumbers, electricians, and more.

We provide an adult pay rate for 18 years of age and above at $30.74 per hour for this role.

What’s involved:

• Provide our customers with the best experience, with a focus on trade products
• Be responsible for our customer management and quoting systems
• Generate future sales leads and maintain relationships within your local area and local organisations
• Work as part of a supportive and inclusive team that makes a difference in the community and has fun along the way

Who we’re looking for:

If you’re passionate about customer service and driven to advance your career, this role is for you. It offers pathways into other areas such as Quoting, Account Management, Business Development, and more. You will have an interest in trade products and an understanding of how to drive sales within a retail environment. Experience in the industry is always a plus, however we will make the most of your transferable skills and give you the tools you'll need to succeed.

You’ll need:

• Previous experience in a customer service and administrative based role is desirable
• Good computer literacy and the ability to learn new systems including emails, quoting and CRMs
• To be detail oriented with a professional approach
• Confidence to reach out to, connect with, and communicate with customers
• Genuine interest in trade products and an eagerness to learn more about products and services
• To act with integrity, be safe and do your best

You’ll be part of a workplace where you’ll feel like you belong.

We love the diversity across our teams, brought together in an inclusive culture guided by our values. We welcome applications from individuals of all ages, cultural backgrounds, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply and join us in shaping a workplace that celebrates First Nations voices, perspectives, and contributions. Please note, you must be age 15 or over to apply for a role at Bunnings.

We’re all about fairness at Bunnings, and our team’s here to support you every step of the way. If you need any adjustments, just let us know - we’re here to help. If you’ve got the experience, skills, and drive to grow - but don’t quite nail every part of the job description - we still want to hear from you. For support, contact us at ****@bunnings.com.au.

Bunnings reserves the right to close job advertisements at any time, so we encourage you to apply early. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies, as we have a dedicated internal Talent Acquisition team managing all hiring processes.

About Us

Bunnings is the leading retailer of home improvement and lifestyle products in Australia and New Zealand. We're proud to support project builders, commercial tradespeople and the housing industry through our network of stores, trade centres, frame and truss sites and online.

At Bunnings, our purpose is simple: we’re here to inspire people to have a red hot go! Whether that's backing our team to grow, supporting customers to take on new projects, or helping communities make a real difference. By joining our passionate and diverse team, you will be part of a culture that encourages you to roll up your sleeves and build something great together. If you’re ready to have a go, apply today.

Please note if you are offered a role with us, background checks may be required. This can include police, employment, medical and qualification checks. If a police check search returns a criminal record, Bunnings will assess whether the record impacts your ability to perform the key requirements of the role.