Trade Counter Sales - Building Materials

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 a specialist in permanent staffing solutions for clients nationwide.

Our client is Ireland's leading builders' merchant, providing a wide range of building materials, plumbing supplies, and DIY products. With a nationwide network of branches, they serve both professional tradespeople and DIY enthusiasts. Known for exceptional customer service and expert advice, they offer high-quality products and are a trusted partner for construction and home improvement projects across the country.

Our client is now seeking a senior trade counter sales associate to join their team in Portarlington.

Duties and Responsibilities

Assisting customers in-store and handling phone inquiries as needed.

Developing strong customer relationships to better understand their needs.

Spotting sales opportunities and providing tailored advice to maximize sales.

Gaining and applying extensive knowledge of building materials to assist customers.

Keeping the store well-organized and visually appealing.

Supporting inventory tasks such as counting and stocktaking.

Coordinating with Warehouse and Yard teams to ensure orders are processed efficiently.

Addressing additional tasks to support daily operations when required.

Adhering to operational guidelines and health and safety standards.

Knowledge & Experience Required

The ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications and experience:

At least 3 years of experience in retail or a builders' merchant.

Demonstrated success in meeting and surpassing sales and margin goals.

Familiarity with DIY products and construction materials.

Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

A positive, proactive attitude.

Proficient with computers.

• Job Type: Full-time
• Schedule: 8 hour shift
• Basic salary: €34 - €38k + Overtime
• Work Location: In person

Benefits Include

• Bike to work scheme
• Company pension
• Employee discounts
• Employee assistance program
• Parking available On-site
• Family Friendly Leave benefits

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