Trade Counter Assistant

Just Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a growing organisation - with offices across the UK - they are looking to add a Trade Counter Advisor to their existing team - this role is an exciting opportunity for someone to progress and develop a successful career. The key purpose of this role is to assist with all trade counter sales, providing an excellent service to all customers - ensuring you are driving sales and providing expert product knowledge. To be considered for this role you must have trade counter and building supplies sales experience. Duties include: Handling enquiries both over the telephone and on trade counter and advising on product lines. Preparing customer quotations Updating customer terms Progressing orders - promoting special deals Proactive up-selling on trade counter Placing orders with suppliers Use of computer system Must be happy to lend a hand in other areas of business when busy or during holiday periods Complete all branch admin tasks as required Key skills required: Strong communication skills (written and oral) Computer literate ( Microsoft Office) Efficient and customer focused Personal attributes: A hard working polite team player. A self-motivated person who understands the importance of getting the job done and/or responding to the customer as promised, and on time. Should be punctual, well presented and like to operate in a clean and tidy manner. Positive with a friendly "can do" attitude. A good listener who is keen to learn, develop new skills and "get on" in the business. Thoughtful and resourceful, someone who enjoys solving problems. Real ambition and a desire to succeed would be beneficial as the role offers excellent opportunities to progress in the future. Working hours are Monday to Friday 7:30am to 5pm and every other Saturday morning 8am - 12pm (this is paid at an overtime rate). Offering an excellent working environment, company incentives and a company bonus - this is an excellent opportunity. Free parking is available on site