Trade Counter Sales - Building Materials
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What you'll do
- 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.
What they're looking for
- 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.
Summarised by NextRaise from the employer’s description, which follows in full below.
Full description from employer
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 Galway.
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: €32.5k - €35k + 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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