Senior Trade Counter Sales – Building Materials Expert

elite-talent-hub.vincere.io; Leinster; On-site; EUR 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bike to work scheme

Company pension

Employee discounts

Employee assistance program

Parking available On-site

Family Friendly Leave benefits

Job summary

Elite Talent Hub LTD is partnering with a leading Ireland builders' merchant to recruit a senior trade counter sales associate for their Portarlington branch. The role focuses on in-person customer service, expert product knowledge, and driving sales with a customer-first approach.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in retail or a builders' merchant, is proficient with computers, and can deliver strong sales and margin results while maintaining a well-presented store and effective teamwork

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in retail or builders' merchant.
• Proven ability to meet and exceed sales and margin goals.
• Familiar with DIY products and construction materials.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive, proactive attitude.
• Proficient with computers.

Responsibilities

• Assisting customers in-store and handling phone inquiries.
• Developing strong customer relationships to understand needs.
• Spotting sales opportunities and giving tailored advice to maximize sales.
• Gaining knowledge of building materials to assist customers.
• Keeping the store organized and visually appealing.
• Supporting inventory tasks and stocktaking.
• Coordinating with Warehouse and Yard teams to process orders efficiently.
• Addressing additional tasks to support daily operations.

Skills

Retail sales

Builders' merchant

Customer service

Computers

Job description

Elite Talent Hub LTD is partnering with a leading Ireland builders' merchant to recruit a senior trade counter sales associate for their Portarlington branch. The role focuses on in-person customer service, expert product knowledge, and driving sales with a customer-first approach.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in retail or a builders' merchant, is proficient with computers, and can deliver strong sales and margin results while maintaining a well-presented store and effective teamwork