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Sales Assistant
Job summary
Employer: Parker Building Supplies
Position: Parker Building Supplies – Sales Assistant
Salary: Competitive
Location: Hassocks
Work arrangement: On-site
Employment type: Full-time
Closing date: 29.05.2026
Job description
Sales Assistant
Location: Hassocks
Company: Parker Building Supplies (Part of Independent Builders Merchants Group – IBMG)
Company
Parker Building Supplies has supported customers across the Southeast since 1984, delivering reliable building materials with customer‑focused service. As part of Independent Builders Merchants Group (IBMG), we combine strong local relationships with the support and expertise of a national merchanting group.
Due to continued growth, we’re looking for a Sales Assistant to join our busy Parkers Building Supplies Hassocks branch.
The Role
As a Sales Assistant, you’ll be the first point of contact for trade and retail customers. Working in a fast‑paced builders’ merchant environment, you’ll provide product advice, process sales, and help deliver a consistently high level of customer service.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
- Greet and assist customers in branch and over the phone
- Provide accurate advice on products, pricing, and stock availability
- Process orders, quotations, returns, and payments (EPOS)
- Maintain a clean and well‑presented trade counter
- Support stock control within the sales area
- Build strong customer relationships and encourage repeat business
- Liaise with yard and warehouse teams to ensure smooth order fulfilment
Requirements
- Experience in a builders’ merchant, trade counter, or retail role (preferred)
- Knowledge of building materials or construction products (desirable)
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Proactive, reliable, and team‑focused
- Able to work well in a busy environment
Working Hours
Week 1
- Monday to Friday: 07:00 – 17:00
Week 2
- Monday to Friday: 07:00 – 17:00
- Saturday: 08:00 – 12:30
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Pension scheme and paid holidays
- Career development and training opportunities
- Staff discount on building materials
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Perks Membership (retail and lifestyle discounts)
- Branded uniform
- Supportive team and positive working environment
Apply Now
If you’re looking to build a career with a people‑focused builders’ merchant and be part of a growing IBMG business, apply today.
