Trade Counter Manager

Rexel; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in electrical distribution is seeking a Trade Counter Manager for their branch in Peterborough. The successful candidate will lead the sales counter, ensuring exceptional customer service and building strong customer relationships. Responsibilities include driving profitable sales, maintaining a clean sales environment, and using IT systems to enhance the customer experience. The role offers a competitive salary with benefits, including a contributory pension scheme and extensive learning opportunities.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Performance Related Bonus

33 days annual leave

Extensive learning opportunities

Free virtual GP service

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• Strong customer relationship building skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members.
• Accountable for actions and performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the sales counter to achieve profitable sales.
• Build lasting relationships with customers.
• Ensure exceptional customer interactions.

Skills

Customer focus

Collaboration

Accountability

Financial acumen

Tools

M3

Vecta

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Company Description

Are you passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and driving sales success?

Rexel UK is looking for a dynamic and customer-focused individual to join our lead Peterborough branch as a Trade Counter Manager, working Mon - Fri 7am-4pm. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the sales counter, build strong customer relationships, and contribute to the success of the branch.

Rexel UK is a global leader in the distribution of electrical and energy-efficient products and services. Our mission is to deliver smart electrical solutions that enhance the comfort, safety, and security of homes, businesses, and industries.

The Benefits of a Career with Rexel:

• Contributory pension scheme and life assurance
• Bonuses: Performance Related Bonus scheme
• Time Off: 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays, increasing throughout the years too!) You can also buy and sell holiday and enjoy enhanced parental leave
• Support & Development: Extensive learning opportunities from day one
• Health & Wellbeing: Free virtual GP service, Healthy Mind Champions, and more!
• Perks: Staff discounts, exclusive holiday offers and free financial support and education

Job Description

In this pivotal role, you'll lead the sales counter, build strong customer relationships, and drive profitable sales. You'll be the face of Rexel, ensuring every customer interaction is exceptional and every opportunity to grow the business is maximised.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Delivering outstanding customer service to create long-term customer loyalty
• Building and maintaining successful partnerships with customers, colleagues, and suppliers
• Consistently generating profitable counter sales using innovative techniques and resources
• Managing stock displays to showcase a wide range of products and services
• Promoting local promotions and incentives to boost sales performance
• Maintaining a clean, tidy, and well-presented sales counter environment
• Utilising IT systems such as M3, Vecta, and Microsoft Office to enhance the customer experience

Qualifications

At Rexel, we prioritise hiring individuals based on behaviours and potential, rather than requiring specific formal qualifications for roles, the behaviours that will set you up for success include:

COLLABORATION: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives

TAKES ACCOUNTABILITY: Takes action, addresses obstacles to get work done and meets commitments

CUSTOMER FOCUS: Building strong customer relationships & delivering customer-centric solutions

FINANCIAL ACUMEN: Interpreting & applying understanding of key financial indicators to make better business decisions

Additional Information

At Rexel UK, we're all about welcoming people from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives because we know that diversity drives fresh ideas and great results.

By coming together as one team, we're building a high-performance culture that not only drives success but also creates real value for our customers and communities.

Creating an environment where individuality is celebrated and creativity flourishes, we're making sure everyone feels supported and confident to be their best.