Contact Cottrell Moore Ltd
Cottrell Moore Ltd
Trade Counter Assistant
Birmingham, West Midlands
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 4 hours ago
- Salary
- £31,000 - 33,000 - Annum
- Recruiter
- Cottrell Moore Ltd
- Closes
- 11 Oct 2025
- Course
- No
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Trade Counter Sales Assistant
Location: Kennington, SE11 4BT
Salary: £31,000 - £33,000
Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 5:00pm, Alternate Saturdays 7:30am - 3:00pm
This well-established, family-owned builders’ merchant are looking for a friendly and knowledgeable Trade Counter Sales Assistant to provide excellent customer service and ensure the smooth running of our busy trade counter.
Benefits:
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Pension scheme
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Group life assurance up to 3x salary (subject to length of service)
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Complimentary breakfast daily
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Staff discount
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Cycle to work scheme
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Employee Assistance Programme
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Long Service Awards
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20 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
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Your birthday off, every year
Responsibilities:
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Provide a warm, professional welcome to all customers, offering knowledgeable advice and assistance.
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Manage in-store deliveries, both incoming and outgoing.
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Handle telephone enquiries promptly and communicate effectively with both customers and team members.
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Process customer orders and assist with stock replenishment.
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Respond positively and efficiently to customer requirements.
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Support periodic stock counts as needed.
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Picking for deliveries and online orders.
Requirements:
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Proven experience in delivering exceptional customer service in the construction/builders merchant industry.
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A ‘can do’ attitude.
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Solid knowledge of hardware products and building materials would be an advantage.
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Strong communication skills with a confident, customer-first approach.
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A team player who thrives in a busy, fast-paced environment.
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Ability to manage tasks efficiently and remain motivated under pressure
Ad ID: 5416932810
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