Trade Sales Advisor- Stillorgan, DublinPart of Grafton Group Plc, Chadwicks Group is the market leader in the builder's merchanting industry in the Republic of Ireland. The core business is through the traditional Builders Merchants division. Main brands include Chadwicks, Cork Builders Providers, Davies & Telfords. In addition, and through organic growth and acquisitions the Group have established a range of brands which are close to the core but offer a uniquely different range of products. These include Heitons Steel, Panelling Centre, Morgans Timber, Proline, Sitetech and Rooney's Hardware.Principle ObjectiveThe role of Trade Sales Advisor is to provide our customers with a knowledgeable, friendly and dependable service whilst at the same time optimising branch sales and gross profit, promote the company's products and services in a professional manner and deliver a superior standard of customer care to our existing customers.Knowledge & ExperiencePrevious experience working in a busy builder provider preferableA proven track record of achieving and exceeding both sales and margin targetsSales experience selling a broad range of productsPlumbing KnowledgeKey ResponsibilitiesBuild effective working relationships with customers, in order to understand their requirements thus ensuring that the correct products are suppliedUse initiative to identify sales opportunities and offer advice and solutions to customers, thus maximising profitable sales and marginAchieve Sales & margin targetMaintain a clean and effectively merchandised counter area in line with company policyEnsure that company policies are followed at all times when producing paperwork associated with salesResponsible for the re-order of selected product lines and also ensuring that stock levels of selected product lines within the relevant department i.e. Plumbing, Timber, Steel and Ironmongery are maintained at appropriate levelsLiaise with suppliers where necessarySupport the Branch Manager and colleagues in working as a team to ensure the branch operates efficiently and effectively within company policyAlways ensure a tidy working environment in line with health and safety guidelinesActively safeguard against theft of company goods or property by always being security consciousPerform any other duties as may be deemed necessary or as may be required by the companyEssential CompetenciesEffective team workingExcellent interpersonal and customer-facing skillsStrong communication skills, both written and verbalThe flexibility and willingness to learnTo enjoy working with peopleDynamic, motivated & driven to achieve targetsExcellent organisation and attention to detailContract TypePermanentFull time 39 hour contractWorking week Monday to Friday, may be required to take part in the Saturday rosterOur Benefits IncludeCompetitive Basic SalaryPrivate Health CareSick Pay SchemePaid Maternity and Parental LeavePension SchemeColleague Saving SchemeProfit Share SchemeColleague DiscountEducational AssistanceWellness initiativesDon't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Chadwicks Group we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.DISCLAIMER: Chadwicks Group reserves the right at any time to change, delete, or add to any of the provisions of this Role Profile at its sole discretion and it is the colleagues responsibility to familiarise themselves with these changes. Furthermore, the provisions of this Role Profile are designed by Chadwicks Group to serve as guidelines rather than absolute responsibilities and duties.