Sales Assistant

Bowens is an AFR Top 150 privately owned business and the largest independent supplier of building materials in Australia with a proud history dating back to 1894. We have 700+ employees and pride ourselves on being a leader in the supply of building products to the trade market, innovation and our employee development/training programs.

This new position within Bowens offers a unique chance to take on a hands-on hybrid opportunity at our brand new Heidelberg location. The Sales Assistant will undertake a combination of counter sales and internal sales responsibilities.

Why join Bowens? 

• Above award rate + 17.5% leave loading + annual increases + opportunity to cash out sick leave
• Be part of a growing Australian owned business where a company value is “fun”
• Free on-site parking, coffees and Friday BBQ breakfasts
• Wellbeing programs including Employee Assistance Program counselling services, health education sessions, fun runs and more
• Genuine training opportunities – including product training, sales and leadership development
• Discounts on company products and access to exclusive offers from corporate partners
• Opportunity to build a career and take up different development opportunities
• Ongoing incentives and fun team rewards.

Your duties will include but are not limited to:

• Be the first face the customer sees as they enter the branch and welcome them with a warm greeting
• Ensure all hardware deliveries are put away and shelves are fully stocked
• Serving customers and ensuring they receive an outstanding customer experience
• Processing orders and quotes in an efficient, accurate and prompt manner
• Build and continue developing relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Liaising with various suppliers to source products and information for customers
• Working to the standards set in the Bowens Blueprint

We are looking for an individual who possess the below skills:

• Ideally, prior experience in a sales support/administration position processing orders and quotes.
• Possess a 'Customer Comes First' attitude with sound planning, organisational and attention to detail skills
• Strong communication skills both over the phone and via email.
• A willingness to learn and have fun whilst getting the job done
• Strong relationship building, analytical and problem solving skills
• A sales mindset with the ability to contribute to store KPI’s

All applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.

All applicants will be treated in the strictest of confidence. Due to high number of applicants only successful applicants will be contacted. No agencies please.