Sales Assistant

Sales Assistant\n\nLocation:\n \n East Sussex\n\nSalary:\n \n £27,000 - £31,000\n\nEmployment Type:\n \n (full time, Permanent)\n \n Week 1 Monday to Friday: 07:00 17:00 / Week 2 Monday to Friday: 07:00 17:00 Saturday: 08:00 12:30\n\nAbout the Client\n\nKBB Recruitment are representing a long-established and respected builders merchant with a strong presence across the South East.\n\nAbout the Role\n\nThis role offers the successful candidate the opportunity to become a key part of a busy and customer-focused builders merchant branch. As a Sales Assistant, you will support both trade and retail customers by providing product advice, processing sales, and helping to maintain high service standards within a fast-paced environment.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nGreet and assist customers in branch and over the phone\n\nProvide accurate advice on products, pricing, and stock availability\n\nProcess orders, quotations, returns, and payments using EPOS systems\n\nMaintain a clean and well-presented trade counter\n\nSupport stock control within the sales area\n\nBuild strong customer relationships and encourage repeat business\n\nLiaise with yard and warehouse teams to ensure smooth order fulfilment\n\nRequirements / Skills:\n\nExperience within a builders merchant, trade counter, or retail environment preferred\n\nKnowledge of building materials or construction products desirable\n\nStrong communication and customer service skills\n\nProactive, reliable, and team-oriented attitude\n\nAbility to work effectively in a busy environment\n\nWhat’s on Offer:\n\nOpportunity to join a respected and growing builders merchant\n\nStable, long-term career prospects\n\nSupportive and experienced team environment\n\nCareer development opportunities within the wider IBMG network\n\nCompetitive salary package\n\nHow to Apply\n\nTo apply, please send your CV and a brief covering note to (url removed) or contact Nathan on (phone number removed).\n\nKBB Recruitment are acting as the employment agency for this position