Sales Assistant
Location:
East Sussex
Salary:
£27,000 - £31,000
Employment Type:
(full time, Permanent)
Week 1 Monday to Friday: 07:00 17:00 / Week 2 Monday to Friday: 07:00 17:00 Saturday: 08:00 12:30
About the Client
KBB Recruitment are representing a long-established and respected builders merchant with a strong presence across the South East.
About the Role
This role offers the successful candidate the opportunity to become a key part of a busy and customer-focused builders merchant branch. As a Sales Assistant, you will support both trade and retail customers by providing product advice, processing sales, and helping to maintain high service standards within a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Greet and assist customers in branch and over the phone
Provide accurate advice on products, pricing, and stock availability
Process orders, quotations, returns, and payments using EPOS systems
Maintain a clean and well-presented trade counter
Support stock control within the sales area
Build strong customer relationships and encourage repeat business
Liaise with yard and warehouse teams to ensure smooth order fulfilment
Requirements / Skills:
Experience within a builders merchant, trade counter, or retail environment preferred
Knowledge of building materials or construction products desirable
Strong communication and customer service skills
Proactive, reliable, and team-oriented attitude
Ability to work effectively in a busy environment
What’s on Offer:
Opportunity to join a respected and growing builders merchant
Stable, long-term career prospects
Supportive and experienced team environment
Career development opportunities within the wider IBMG network
Competitive salary package
How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV and a brief covering note to (url removed) or contact Nathan on (phone number removed).
KBB Recruitment are acting as the employment agency for this position