Trade Counter Assistant/Driver

General All-Purpose Plastics (Gap) Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Christmas shutdown

33 days holiday (inc B/H)

Life assurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

General All-Purpose Plastics (Gap) Ltd in Reading invites applications for a Trade Counter Assistant/Driver. You will support daily counter operations, handle stock and orders, and ensure safe, timely deliveries.

A full UK driving licence and experience in customer-facing retail or warehouse environments are preferred. Typical duties include assisting customers at the counter, processing sales, and coordinating local deliveries while maintaining accurate paperwork and using POS systems.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer-facing retail or warehouse environments is desirable.
• Strong communication and numeracy skills are required.
• Full UK manual driving licence is essential with a clean record.

Responsibilities

• Serve trade and retail customers at the trade counter, including processing sales and stock checks.
• Receive and unpack deliveries, label and store stock and rotate inventory.
• Prepare customer orders and pick lists for collection and delivery.
• Carry out local deliveries and collections using company vehicles with safe loading.
• Operate POS systems and process cash, card and account transactions.
• Maintain a clean, safe counter and yard area and assist with stocktakes.
• Provide phone/email support for customer enquiries and order tracking.
• Adhere to health and safety policies and vehicle checks before shifts.

Skills

Customer service

Driving licence

Stock control

POS systems

Cash handling

Team player

IT literacy

Tools

POS software

Stock management tools

Email/IT basics

Job description

Location: Reading

Salary: 14.39ph

Hours: 41.5 per week - 1 in 2 Saturdays

Exciting opportunity alert! We are thrilled to announce a fantastic job opening for a Trade Counter Assistant at our bustling Trade Counter in Reading! If you enjoy staying active and thrive on assisting customers, this role is tailor-made for you!

Join our busy team as a Trade Counter Assistant/Driver supporting daily trade counter operations and deliveries. You will provide excellent customer service in-person and by phone, manage stock and orders, and ensure safe, timely transportation of goods. This role is ideal for an organised, reliable individual with a full UK driving licence and experience in customer‑facing retail or warehouse environments.

Key responsibilities - trade counter assistant and driver

• Serve trade and retail customers at the trade counter, including processing sales, providing product advice and checking stock availability.
• Receive and unpack deliveries, label and store stock correctly, and rotate inventory to maintain stock integrity.
• Prepare customer orders and pick lists accurately for collection and delivery.
• Carry out local deliveries and collections safely using company vehicles; load and unload goods and secure loads appropriately.
• Operate point‑of‑sale (POS) systems and process cash, card and account transactions following company procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised counter and yard area including basic housekeeping and waste disposal.
• Support stocktakes and regular cycle counts, reporting discrepancies to management.
• Provide phone and email support for customer enquiries, order tracking and basic product specification queries.
• Adhere to health and safety policies, manual handling procedures and vehicle checks before each shift.

Essential skills and experience - trade counter and driving

• Full UK manual driving licence with a no more than 6 points; experience driving vans or light goods vehicles is preferred.
• Previous experience working at a trade counter, in retail, warehouse or distribution is desirable.
• Strong customer service skills with clear verbal communication and a professional manner.
• Basic numeracy skills for handling cash transactions and counting stock.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team, prioritising tasks during busy periods.
• Physically fit and able to lift and carry heavy items in line with manual handling guidance.
• Proficient with basic IT systems, email and stock control/POS software.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to delivering accurate orders and paperwork.
• MOST IMPORTANTLY a can‑do attitude and a desire to learn!

Working hours, pay and benefits - trade counter assistant role

• Christmas shutdown
• Industry leading salary with open‑ended bonus
• 33 days holiday (inc B/H)
• Excellent opportunities to develop and grow your career
• Free life assurance
• Employee discounts

What Our People Say:

“I am really loving my time here at GAP! The business has grown over the past few years and I am looking forward to see where we will be in the next few years. I enjoy everything about my job, the work culture is amazing and there is always somebody there if you ever need anything. I would recommend GAP to anybody in a heartbeat.”

“Since starting at GAP the business has continuously grown which meant the staff have progressed and grown with the company. The owners are great and kept it a family run place to work - no one is just a number.”

“GAP is a fun and inspiring place to work. The business has grown fast over the years so there is a real buzz around the place. Personally, I think if you work hard you will be rewarded, they have always supported me through hard times, it’s like a family not just a work place!”

We are an equal‑opportunity employer

Diversity and inclusion are essential to us and we encourage a culture where everyone can be themselves at work. We value and actively seek out a richly diverse range of talent. Our policies ensure that every job applicant and employee is treated fairly and with equal opportunity to succeed.

Our recruitment process is fair and equitable to ensure that all candidates are duly considered and supported. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please email our Recruitment Team via [e-mail]

If you possess the necessary skills, experience, and personal qualities to join us, please submit your CV for immediate consideration.