The Company Grant & Stone Plumbing Join our team at Grant & Stone Plumbing, a respected independent builder’s merchant serving the Southeast since 1987. With a commitment to quality products and exceptional customer service, we are part of the Independent Builders Merchant Group (IBMG), the largest independent merchant group in the South of England. We’re expanding our delivery team at our Bedford Branch and are looking for a dependable Counter Sales Assistant/Warehouse Operative to help us continue delivering excellent service to our trade and retail customers The Role We are looking for a Counter Sales Assistant/Warehouse Operative in our Bedford branch. Based at the sales counter and in the yard, you will become an integral part of a busy branch Dealing with sales enquiries on a face to face and over the telephone basis as well as assisting customers within our yard. The Requirements You will represent the branch and assist with the growth of the business working as a team to exceed sales targets. You will ensure that the needs of the customers are dealt with quickly and efficiently whilst providing a service that ensures that customers return on a regular basis. You may also be required to help in other roles within the branch including restocking the shop and stock control. Good building product knowledge gained within the building industry or builders’ merchant experience. The ability to build and maintain relationships with different types of customer. Comfortable operating a computer based sales processing system (full training will be given) Good telephone manner. Friendly, articulate, customer focused. The successful candidate must be proactive in their approach towards sales and a good communicator. The Hours Week:1 Monday to Friday 07:30 -17:15 Week: 2 Monday to Friday 07:30 -17:15 Saturday 08:00-12:00 The Rewards What we Offer At IBMG, we value our employees and offer a supportive work environment that fosters growth and development. By joining our team, you will have access to training opportunities, career advancement prospects, and a range of benefits: • Competitive salary • Pension scheme and paid holidays • Supportive team and positive work environment • Career development and training • Staff discount on building materials • Employee assistance program • Perks Membership (Discounts available in a variety of retailers) • Branded Uniform If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute your skills and be part of a dynamic team at Grant & Stone apply now for the Counter Sales Assistant/Warehouse Operative position. Join us in our mission to deliver excellence in the Builders Merchant Sector.