Yard Operative

Trainee Sales & Trade Counter Assistant - Wheatley - Temp to Perm

The Best Connection are currently recruiting for a Trainee Sales & Trade Counter Assistant to join a well-established builder's merchant based in Wheatley.

This is an excellent temp-to-perm opportunity for someone looking to start a long-term career. No previous builder's merchant experience is required as full training will be provided. Our client is looking for someone with the right attitude, a willingness to learn, and excellent customer service skills.

Location

Wheatley, Oxfordshire

Pay Rate

Starting rate of £12.71 per hour
Regular pay increases as your skills, knowledge, and responsibilities grow

Hours

Working hours are negotiable, making this an ideal opportunity for someone looking for flexibility. Full details will be discussed at interview.

The Role

As a Trainee Sales & Trade Counter Assistant, you'll be the first point of contact for customers visiting the site. You'll learn all aspects of the business while supporting the day-to-day running of the trade counter and shop.

Duties will include:

Serving customers on the trade counter.
Providing friendly, professional customer service.
Looking after the shop and ensuring products are well presented.
Answering customer enquiries and offering product advice (full training provided).
Processing orders and handling payments.
Learning about building materials and merchant products.
Supporting the wider team with general branch duties.
Developing your skills with the opportunity to progress into other areas of the business.

What We're Looking For

A positive, enthusiastic attitude and a willingness to learn.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
A friendly, approachable, and professional manner.
Reliable, punctual, and eager to develop new skills.
A team player who enjoys working with people.
Basic computer skills.
Previous retail, customer service, hospitality, trade counter, or builder's merchant experience is beneficial but not essential.

Benefits

Temp-to-perm opportunity with a respected local builder's merchant.
Starting pay of £12.71 per hour with opportunities for pay increases as you progress.
Full training and ongoing support.
Excellent opportunities for career progression.
Weekly pay through The Best Connection.
Friendly and supportive working environment.
Flexible working hours to suit the right candidate.If you're looking to start a rewarding career with a company that will invest in your development, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact The Best Connection for more information.

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy