Internal Sales – Builders Providers (Cork)
Join one of Ireland's largest and most trusted independent builders' providers. At McMahons Builders Providers, we've been supplying quality building materials and DIY products to tradespeople and homeowners for nearly 200 years. With 12 stores nationwide, a Truss Manufacturing Plant, and specialist Hardwood & Sheet Material branches, we're proud to support customers across Ireland.
We're now looking for an Internal Sales professional to join our Cork branch. In this office-based role, you'll be the link between our customers, suppliers, and external sales team — handling enquiries, pricing, and orders while helping to grow our business.
* Supportive, close-knit team
* Development opportunities
* Competitive package & benefits
Location: Water Street, Cork City
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Job Specification
Position: Internal Sales
Reports to: Branch Operations Manager / Regional Sales & Operations Manager
About the Role
As an Internal Sales team member, you will play a key role in developing and maintaining strong relationships with our customers and suppliers. Based in our Cork office, you will provide excellent service and sales support, while also working closely with our external sales team to help grow the branch's business.
Key Responsibilities
* Build and maintain strong relationships with trade and key account customers.
* Manage incoming sales enquiries via phone, email, and in-person.
* Provide accurate and competitive quotations, ensuring profitability.
* Process customer orders efficiently using our ERP system.
* Support the external sales team with pricing, product sourcing, and account management.
* Liaise with suppliers to ensure best pricing, availability, and service.
* Proactively follow up with customers to secure repeat business.
* Assist in general branch operations when required to ensure smooth day-to-day service.
Skills & Experience Required
* Previous experience in internal sales, ideally within the builders' merchants or construction industry.
* Strong knowledge of building materials and their applications.
* Familiarity with ERP systems and confident in managing pricing.
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
* Strong attention to detail, numeracy, and organisational skills.
* A proactive, customer-focused approach with the ability to work as part of a close-knit team.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary and bonus structure.
* Broad range of employee benefits (e.g. pension, employee assistance program, referral bonus, annual health checks, paid paternity/maternity leave, staff discounts and more).
* Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
* Supportive, friendly working environment with opportunities to grow within the business.
Additional Benefits in McMahons:
* Celebrating Life Events: New Home & Baby gifts
* 5 Year Milestone: Annual Leave Increases
* 5 Year Milestone: Bonus & Recognition
* Marriage Leave
* Retirement Readiness Program
* Contributory Company Pension
* Death in Service Cover
* Christmas Bonus
* Employee Discounts
* Employee Social Events Employee discount
* On-site parking