Trade Counter Assistant


Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: P.O.S ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES The Electrical Wholesale Assistant role will support the day-to-day operations of the wholesale branch by assisting customers, processing orders, managing stock, and ensuring a high level of service to trade and retail clients. This role is ideal for someone with strong customer service skills and an interest in electrical products and distribution.

Responsibilities

  • Serve both public and trade customers, providing technical advice on electrical products, lighting fixtures, and cables.
  • Generate sales quotations, process orders, and handle cash/trade account transactions.
  • Unload supplier deliveries, check goods, organise stock on shelves, and assist with inventory control.
  • Maintain a tidy trade counter and warehouse environment.
  • Pick and pack orders for collection or delivery.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Previous experience in wholesale, retail, or customer service.
  • Knowledge of electrical products or willingness to learn.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Good numeracy and basic computer skills.
  • Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable Skills

  • Full clean driving license.
  • Experience in electrical wholesaling or trade counter environment.
  • Basic understanding of electrical terminology.

Further Information

The Employer is: P.O.S ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information. Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week. Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach. Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID
1765086
Job Sector
Retailing, Wholesaling and Purchasing
Area
Co Down
Location
Downpatrick
Salary
16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour.
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Temporary
Weekly hours
25
Published date
16/03/2026
Closing date
31/03/2026
Worktime
9am-4pm, days to be confirmed by employer

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