Trade Counter Operative – Cork Full Time

Trade Counter Operative

Salary: €35k

Shift: Day-time

Key Responsibilities:

Trade Counter Duties:

• Greet and serve customers at the trade counter.
• Offer product advice and upsell where appropriate.
• Process sales, returns, and customer orders using the internal trade counter system.
• Handle cash/card payments and maintain till accuracy on Trade Counter.
• Build strong customer relationships, especially with repeat trade counter clients.

Warehouse Duties:

• Receive, check, and store incoming deliveries.
• Pick and pack customer orders accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the warehouse area.
• Conduct regular stock checks and assist with inventory control.
• Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks or forklifts (if trained/licensed).

Job Summary:

We are seeking a reliable and customer-focused Trade Counter Operative with warehouse experience to support a busy trade counter and stockroom operation. This dual role requires excellent communication skills, product knowledge (ideally in building materials, electrical, plumbing, etc.), and the physical ability to assist with warehouse tasks such as picking, packing, and stock control.

Key Skills & Requirements:

• Previous experience in a trade counter or retail environment (required).
• Warehouse experience including picking, stock control or goods-in (required).
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Basic IT skills for order processing (training provided).
• Good organisational ability and attention to detail.
• Forklift licence (desirable but not essential).
• Knowledge of trade/building materials (preferred but not required).

If this role is of interest, feel free to contact Shane at Shane.mcsweeney@broadline.ie