Counter Sales Person

**T**he Company**

Founded in 1993, Chandlers Building Supplies is an independent builders merchant with branches across the South East of England in Surrey, Sussex and Kent. Offering over 20,000 individual product lines to meet the needs of all construction and refurbishment projects, large or small.

At Chandlers Building Supplies, we have a deep respect and appreciation for our customers. We strive to serve their needs for quality building supplies every day through eight branches across Surrey, Sussex & Kent, with over 242 employees supporting our vision to be the best local merchant to do business with.

The desire to serve our customers has been the driving force behind our growth and our strategy. We are dedicated to our people and supporting our local communities. From our Branch Support Centres to the employees throughout our branches, every individual plays a role in helping ensure the business success.

Chandlers Building Supplies is proud to be part of the Independent Builders Merchant Group (IBMG). IBMG is the largest independent merchant group in the South of England operating through five core divisions (Builders Merchants, Timber, Plumbing & Heating, Roofing and Electrical), primarily serving trade customers with an extensive range of products. IBMG has over 180 branches extending from Penzance to Margate, generating revenues in excess of £650 million and are supported by over 2,200 colleagues.

Due to the continued success and expansion of our business, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Counter Sales Person to join our team in Thanet.

**The Role**

We are looking for a full time Sales Counter Person for the trade sale counter within our **Thanet **branch.

This position would be ideal for anyone who is currently or has recently worked in a similar trade counter environment ideally. In-house training for all computer and technical aspects of this role will be provided.

**The Requirements**
- Computer literate
- Experience with selling in the buildings material preferred
- Work effectively as part of a team promoting the Companys vision, values and aspirations at all times
- Build effective relationships with customers thus optimising sales and customer service
- Use initiative to identify and resolve customer/product problems or issues
- Through initiative and ideas proactively identify new sales opportunities to assist in the maximising of sales and margin
- Ensure that company policies with regard to computer systems procedures and administration are followed at all times
- Develop personal product knowledge to enhance service to customers
- Maintain a clean, tidy and frequently merchandised counter and shop
- Ensure appropriate stock levels are maintained in line with company policy
- Actively safeguard against theft of company goods or property by being security conscious at all times
- Take a pro-active approach in ensuring the health and safety of staff and customers, reporting and responding to any potential H & S concerns/issues
- Perform any other reasonable duty as may be required by the company

**The Hours**

Week 1: Monday to Friday 07:00-17:00

Week 2: Monday to Friday 07:00-17:00 Saturday 07:00-11:00

**The Rewards**

Joining us means joining the leading and largest Independent Builders Merchant in the South of England. We provide training, support, and opportunities for career progression through our commitment to creating a great work environment where youre encouraged to be and do your best.

Youll be joining a friendly and welcoming team. We offer an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive salary, pension, bonus scheme, employee assistance programme, perks membership and staff discount.