Sales Assistant

We are currently looking to recruit a full-time Sales Assistant for our East Kilbride store.

You will provide excellent sales and customer service in-store and by phone, prepare customer quotations, order goods and negotiate with suppliers, pick customer orders and be responsible for managing goods in and out of the store. You’ll build relationships with customers, prepare merchandising displays and offer expert advice on products.

We’re looking for someone with a positive attitude and the energy to get things done. Someone hungry to learn new things, who’s keen to make something of their career, and enjoys going above and beyond to make a customer’s day.

CEF is a leading electrical wholesaler with 390 stores in the UK. Wherever possible we promote from within our organisation so there are great opportunities for the right person with the drive and ability to advance.

You’ll need to be good with people, a strong team player and willing to go the extra mile to help our customers get the job done. A full UK driving licence is required.

Up to £22,500 per annum + training + bonus + career progression

Role & Responsibilities

Ø Serving customers on the trade counter

Ø Internal sales / answering the telephone

Ø Preparing customer quotations

Ø Purchase ordering and supplier negotiation

Ø Customer order picking

Ø Goods in / out responsibilities

Ø Customer deliveries

Experience

Ø Wholesale experience is preferable but not essential

Ø Strong work ethic and initiative

Ø Ability to work under pressure

Rewards

Ø An industry competitive salary

Ø An uncapped bonus scheme, which allows you to benefit from company success

Ø Company uniform provided

Ø 20 days holiday increasing to 25 days

Ø Staff discount

If you are looking for a fulfilling career with the opportunity to progress into sales or management roles, then please apply now.