Trade Counter Assistant 
  
Salary & Benefits:  
  • £29,500 to £32,000 per annum negotiable, depending on experience 
  • Excellent Profit-Sharing Scheme 
  • Contributory Pension Scheme 
  • 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays 

Location: Saltley, Birmingham

Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday & 8:00am to 12:00pm Saturday rota 1-in-4 (paid overtime)

Company Description: Join the UK’s leading electrical distributor and switch on to a bright future! My client is the largest electrical distributor in the United Kingdom and serves both to the trade and to the public from over 300 locations in the UK. They are looking for an energetic Trade Counter Assistant to join their team in Birmingham. This role offers an exciting opportunity to progress within the business and to be a part of their continued success.
 
Skills Required: 
  • Trade Counter experience in Electrical Wholesale preferred but will consider candidates with Building or Plumbing Trade experience 
  • Good organisational and communication skills with the ability to work to tight deadlines 
  • A methodical and thorough approach to work 
  • An ability to prioritise workload and stay calm under pressure 
  • Strong attention to detail & very organised 
  • A positive and hardworking attitude 
  • Flexible and adaptive personality 
  • Reliable and punctual, self-motivated and enthusiastic with a solid work ethic and a “can do” 
  • attitude whilst being a team player who enjoys a busy and productive working environment 

Key Responsibilities:
  • Serving customers on the busy trade counter, managing customer enquiries and orders 
  • Building, developing and managing relationships with customers 
  • Re-stocking shelves and keeping the trade counter tidy, organising promotions and special offers 
  • Ensure excellence in customer service and operational standards 
  • Supporting the Trade Counter Manager and Branch Manager with actions and activities on time 
  • Compliance with Health and Safety, company policies and procedures