Shop Assistant - Galway

Würth Group; Galway; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentives

24 days annual leave

Onboarding programme

Paid sick leave

Employee referral

Career progression

Wellness programme

Job summary

Würth Ireland is seeking a Shop Assistant based in Galway to deliver friendly, knowledgeable service and drive in-store sales. You will engage customers, promote our range of industrial products, and support daily shop operations in a busy retail environment.

You'll join a team that values customer service, reliability and a positive attitude. The role requires a full driving license and a willingness to cover holidays across two Galway shops; full-time permanent contract with onboarding and

Qualifications

• Experience in selling with a strong ambition to succeed.
• Must have a full driving license.
• People person with exceptional customer service qualities and a positive can-do attitude.
• Prepared to work hard and embrace learning opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Building effective relationships with customers through value added selling.
• Identifying sales opportunities and offering advice and solutions on our extensive range of products.
• Striving to achieve monthly key performance indicators including sales & margin targets.
• Maintaining a clean shop and effectively merchandised counter area.
• Ensuring stock levels are maintained.
• Making telesales calls to new or existing customers.
• Keeping your working environment tidy and safe.
• Being security conscious at all times.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer service

Ambition to succeed

Driving license

Job description

Location: On site / Galway, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Utilities | Trading
Salary: Competitive salary

Join our Würth Community as a Shop Assistant!

The Würth Group is a leading provider of industrial consumable products, with over 400 companies and a global workforce of 83,000 people. Our commitment to high-quality products, innovation and excellent customer service has earned us an enviable reputation and continued growth.

Würth Ireland has been active for over 40 years from our head office on the Ballysimon Road, Limerick city. Our growth throughout the nineties and into the new millennium, coupled with record-breaking sales, has made Würth Ireland a top 1000 company in the country and market leader in its field. Offering a range of over 8,000 industrial products direct from the logistics centre in Limerick coupled and a further 120,000 articles through direct shipment from Germany, we are not only ready to supply and service our customers today, but for the future. In line with our Omni-Channel Strategy our company expansion has led to the opening of 21 Trade Outlets throughout Ireland with further expansion planned over the next 3 years. Our E-Business continues to expand, incorporating vending technology, scanners, on-line sales and selling, coupled with social and video marketing.

We have the largest Salesforce in Ireland with over 100 directly employed Sales Representatives on the road selling, servicing, and supporting our growing customer base. Our main industry sectors are: Automotive Aftermarket, Engineering & MRO, Construction, Renewables as well as Kitchens, Bedrooms & Bathrooms. Within our company’s headquarters in Limerick, you will find over 70 support staff working across a variety of functions including Sales, Marketing, Finance, Customer Services, Purchasing, Human Resources and Logistics.

We are now looking to recruit a Shop Assistant

who will be based in Galway and provide holiday/sickness cover as required in the Athlone Shop. Candidates must be living within the radius of the 2 shops mentioned, to be viable to provide cover as and when required. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic work environment.

Your Mission!

As a shop assistant, you will provide our customers with a knowledgeable, friendly, and dependable service. You'll have a passion for driving shop sales, promoting our products and services, and delivering professional customer service. You’ll join a team who take pride in their store, work together and have lots of fun along the way!

Duties & Responsibilities

• Building effective relationships with customers through value added selling.
• Identifying sales opportunities and offering advice and solutions on our extensive range of products.
• Striving to achieve monthly key performance indicators including sales & margin targets.
• Maintaining a clean shop and effectively merchandised counter area.
• Ensuring stock levels are maintained.
• Making telesales calls to new or existing customers.
• Keeping your working environment tidy and safe.
• Being security conscious at all times.

Skills, Experience & Requirements

• The ideal candidate will be experienced in selling with a strong ambition to succeed.
• Must have a full driving license.
• People person with exceptional demonstrated customer service qualities and a positive can-do attitude.
• Prepared to work hard and embrace learning opportunities.

What we Offer

Joining Wurth Ireland means joining a growing German Multinational– full of support and opportunity including excellent training and ongoing development to help you be the best you can be!!!!

• We offer a competitive salary with ample opportunity to increase your earnings through monthly and quarterly incentives.
• 24 days annual leave
• Structured Onboarding Programme
• Paid Sick Leave Scheme
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Career Progression Opportunities
• Wellness initiatives including 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme

Reporting to:

Branch Area Sales Manager

Diversity is our Future

The future needs good decisions and good decisions are a result of a diversity of opinions and perspectives!

Würth Ireland is committed to championing an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects modern Ireland and the people we serve. We strive to create a culture where all staff have equal access to opportunity and feel comfortable and confident to be themselves at work.