Trade Counter Sales

Trade Counter Sales – Spider is advertising on behalf of a trusted local builders’ merchant who are looking for full-time, good all round, permanent Trade Counter Sales, ideally with experience in wholesale or builders merchants, to join their team in Woodbridge, Suffolk.
Fantastic company benefits include:
* Competitive Salary: On offer is a salary from £30,000+ (depending on experience)
* Holiday: 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
* Pension: company pension scheme available.
About the role:
As the Trade Counter Sales you will work as part of a small team, although primarily based in the office you will get an opportunity to work across all parts of the business. Ensuring the smooth and safe movement of products throughout the branch. Working hours for this role are: 7:30am – 5:00pm Monday to Friday, with 1 hour for lunch and working alternate Saturday 8am – 12pm.
Key Duties include:
* Handling daily trade counter enquiries, including sales, customer service, and promoting stock lines and supplier products.
* Handling incoming calls within the sales office while delivering a high standard of customer service.
* Preparing quotes, generating proactive sales, managing enquiries, processing orders, ordering stock and offering product advice and guidance.
* Supporting in the yard, to cover holidays and sickness
About you
As the successful Trade Counter Sales, you will ideally have a background in the builders merchant sector or wholesale, although training will be provided to the right candidate. Ideally you will have prior experience of working in a warehouse/ yard environment and preferably hold a forklift licence or be willing to be trained. You will be friendly, outgoing and happy to communicate face to face with customers and build strong relationships. Able to multitask effectively, maintain a professional yet approachable manner, and have strong skills in English, Maths, and IT systems, along with excellent attention to detail.
About them:
They are a trusted local builders’ merchant serving both trade professionals and DIY customers with a wide range of construction and landscaping materials. Known for competitive pricing, reliable delivery services, and knowledgeable staff, the business supports projects of all sizes across the Suffolk area, offering convenient collection and customer-focused service
If you have the relevant skills and experience for this Trade Counter Sales role and would like to be considered, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Additional keywords: Internal Sales, Sales Executive, Customer Service, Account Management, Order Processing, Quotations, Trade Counter Sales, Builders Merchant, Wholesale, CRM Systems, Product Knowledge, forklift, warehouse
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