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Salary: £27,000 - 30,000 / year

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14/5/2026

Watford

Trade Counter Assistant

Location: Within 10 miles of Watford
Salary: up to £30,000
Employment Type: Full-Time / Permanent
 
About the Client
KBB Recruitment are representing a well-established Plumbing & Heating Merchant with a strong reputation for excellent customer service and high-quality products. This is an exciting opportunity to join a busy and supportive team within a growing business that values product knowledge, customer relationships, and career development.
 
About the Role
This role offers the successful candidate the opportunity to become a key part of the trade counter team, providing excellent service to trade and retail customers while supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the branch.
 
Key Responsibilities:
  • Processing sales orders, quotations, and payments accurately
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with trade customers
  • Assisting customers with plumbing and heating product enquiries
  • Handling telephone and email enquiries professionally
  • Supporting goods in/out and stock replenishment when required
  • Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe trade counter environment
  • Working closely with warehouse and branch colleagues to ensure efficient customer service
  • Upselling products and promoting current offers where appropriate
 
Requirements / Skills:
  • Previous experience within a plumbing & heating merchant or builders merchant preferred
  • Strong customer service and communication skills
  • Good knowledge of plumbing and heating products advantageous
  • Confident using computer systems and processing orders
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Reliable, organised, and a strong team player
  • Sales-focused with a proactive attitude
  • Full UK driving Licence
 
How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV and a brief covering note to nathan@kbbrecruitment.co.uk or contact Nathan on 01933448877
KBB Recruitment are acting as the employment agency for this position.

 

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