Counter Sales Assistant

Travis Perkins plc; Preston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Counter Sales Assistant, where you will engage customers and boost sales while receiving full training to succeed. Ideal candidates are self-motivated with strong communication skills and a numeric aptitude, enjoying opportunities for career progression and various employee perks.

Benefits

Career growth pathway and training programs

Pension plan

Exclusive discounts including 20% off at Toolstation

Comprehensive wellbeing support

MyPerks with discounts from retailers and restaurants

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is preferred.
• Strong communication skills and a friendly approach.
• Self-motivated with a strong numerical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales within the branch by engaging customers.
• Identify and nurture new customer accounts.
• Assist with quotes and pricing through numerical aptitude.

Skills

Communication

Numerical Aptitude

Customer Engagement

Job description

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Who we are

We’re BSS, part of Travis Perkins Group, focused on delivering the heating and plumbing essentials that keep homes, offices & buildings running. With 55 branches nationwide and a partnership with TF Solutions, we’re not just about selling; we’re about solving problems, supporting new technologies, and helping our customers reduce their carbon footprint. It’s all part of being there when it counts.

What you’ll be doing

As a Counter Sales Assistant, you'll play a key role in driving sales within the branch, actively engaging with existing customers to boost sales, and helping to identify and nurture new customer accounts.

Who you are

You’ll ideally have experience in a similar role, with excellent communication skills and a friendly approach that makes customers want to talk to you. Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and organised, you'll also have a strong numerical aptitude to assist with quotes and pricing. Don't worry if you're not an expert just yet—full product training will be provided to set you up for success!

What’s in it for you

• A clear pathway for career growth, supported by our award-winning apprenticeship and development programmes.
• Opportunities for progression.
• Save-as-you-earn and Buy-as-you-earn schemes to help you build a secure financial future.
• A generous contributory pension plan to help you plan for retirement.
• Exclusive discounts across the Group, including 20% off at Toolstation.
• Access to comprehensive wellbeing support, ensuring you remain at your best.
• MyPerks: Discounts with top retailers, restaurants, and more!
  
  

How to Apply

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and join a company that truly values its people? Apply today and be part of something great. We look forward to hearing from you!

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to building a diverse workforce. No matter your background, we provide equal opportunities for all to succeed.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Wholesale Building Materials

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