Trade Counter Assistant

Job Type: Permanent Start Date: Immediate Industry: Construction / Plant & Tool Hire Location: Guildford, Surrey Salary & Package: £32,000 per annum plus bonus schemes and benefits    The Role & About the Client    ITS Building People are currently recruiting for a Trade Counter Assistant on behalf of a well-established business within the plant and tool hire industry. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business with exciting expansion plans. The successful candidate will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the depot, working across trade counter operations, hire coordination and customer service to ensure a smooth and efficient service. The role will involve managing equipment hires and returns, maintaining fleet availability, handling customer enquiries and supporting sales growth. A background in construction or knowledge of plant and tools would be desirable but is not essential. Previous experience in a similar hire operations role would be advantageous.    Working hours are Monday to Friday, 7am to 5pm.    Key Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To: Assisting with day-to-day depot hire operations to ensure an efficient and professional service. • Managing local hire fleet stock levels and working with internal teams to maximise equipment availability. • Reviewing and auditing hire contracts to maintain accuracy and quality standards. • Overseeing new hire contracts and off-hire activity within the depot. • Handling customer enquiries and supporting the smooth running of trade counter operations. • Working with the central logistics team to coordinate transport requirements. • Supporting re-hire allocations and prioritising customer requirements. • Managing incoming calls and sales enquiries from internal and external customers. • Identifying new business opportunities and working with local and regional teams to secure new customers. • Developing existing and new customer accounts through sales activity. • Supporting the achievement of sales growth targets across products and services. • Building strong customer relationships and maintaining a high standard of service delivery. The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Previous experience in a similar hire operations, trade counter or customer-facing role would be advantageous. • A background in construction or knowledge of plant and tools would be desirable but is not essential. • Proven experience selling products and services directly to end users. • Strong organisational and communication skills. • The ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships. • Confidence to work independently and use their own initiative. • Good planning, preparation and time management skills. • Strong negotiation skills and the ability to work under pressure. • A flexible approach to work and the ability to adapt to business requirements. • Competent IT skills. • A proactive approach to sales and business development. • A commitment to personal development and high standards of integrity. How to Apply:    If you're a motivated and customer-focused individual looking for your next permanent opportunity within the plant and tool hire industry in Guildford, we'd like to hear from you. Please submit your CV today or contact the ITS Building People office for a confidential discussion.    Equal Opportunities ITS Building People is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence