Trade Counter Assistant

THE EMPLOYER IS: P.O.S ELECTRICAL SUPPLIESThe Electrical Wholesale Assistant role will support the day-to-day operations of the wholesale branch by assisting customers, processing orders, managing stock, and ensuring a high level of service to trade and retail clients. This role is ideal for someone with strong customer service skills and an interest in electrical products and distribution.

• Customer Service & Sales:
  Serve both public and trade customers, providing technical advice on electrical products, lighting fixtures, and cables.
• Order Processing:
  Generate sales quotations, process orders, and handle cash/trade account transactions.
• Stock Management:
  Unload supplier deliveries, check goods, organize stock on shelves, and assist with inventory control.
• Counter/Branch Maintenance:
  Maintain a tidy trade counter and warehouse environment.
• Logistics:
  Pick and pack orders for collection or delivery.

• Previous experience in wholesale, retail, or customer service.
• Knowledge of electrical products or willingness to learn.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good numeracy and basic computer skills.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented.
• Full clean driving license.
• Experience in electrical wholesaling or trade counter environment.
• Basic understanding of electrical terminology.

The Employer is: P.O.S ELECTRICAL SUPPLIESJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information.

Standard

Hours:

up to 25 hours per week.

Flexible/Reduced

Hours:

May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.

Additional

Hours:

The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.

The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on .

Vacancy  Job Sector Retailing, Wholesaling and Purchasing Area Co Down Location Downpatrick Salary 16-17 £ 7.55, 18-20 £ 10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour. No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 11/02/2026 Closing date 24/03/2026 Worktime 9am-4pm, days to be confirmed by employer