Trade Counter Assistant/ Yard Operative - SIG plc : Job Details

SIG Plc. is a leading supplier of specialist building materials to trade customers across Europe with strong positions in its core markets as a specialist distributor of insulation and interiors products and as a merchant of roofing and exteriors products.  We are currently looking to recruit a Trade Counter Assistant who will provide first class customer service to all customers ‘over the counter,’ and undertake Yard Operative duties as and when required.What does the role involve?As Trade Counter Assistant & Yard Operative, you will be the face of SIG and will be required to engage with customers both over the phone and in face to face. This is the ideal role for an outgoing and personable candidate who has the confidence to take customer orders and provide key product information to customers visiting our busy Trade Counter. Working closely with the warehouse team, you will have good knowledge of warehouse processes as you will be required to assist from time to time, with picking the correct products and packing orders.The successful candidate will require: •    Ability to engage with customers and have some sales experience•    Some knowledge of warehousing processes •    Manual Handling experience •    Experience in the construction industry, and ideally have product knowledge•    Excellent customer service and communication skills•    To be dynamic and motivated•    To hold a forklift licence (desirable) In return we offer:•    Highly Competitive salary with annual pay award and excellent bonus scheme•    25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays. Company closed during Christmas period•    A great pension, with SIG contributing up to 7.5% and up to 4x life insurance •    Money saving with retail discounts via colleague portal•    Cycle to Work scheme  •    Share Incentive SchemeSIG is committed to creating a fair and inclusive environment where employees feel safe, proud and valued. We encourage ways of working that treat everyone fairly and with respect, and we look to create opportunities to improve the diversity of our workforce across all areas of the business.