Administration Assistant

Chadwicks Group, part of the esteemed Grafton Group Plc, holds the prestigious position as a leading force in the builder's merchanting industry throughout the Republic of Ireland. Its foundational operations are rooted in the well-established Builders Merchants division, where renowned brands like Chadwicks, Cork Builders Providers, Davies, and Telfords have become trusted names for quality products and services.

Beyond its core, the Group has embraced growth and diversification, skillfully augmenting its brand family through thoughtful acquisitions and natural growth. This strategic expansion has introduced a suite of complementary brands — Heitons Steel, Panelling Centre, Morgans Timber, Proline, and Sitetech — each offering a distinct selection of products that enrich Chadwicks Group's portfolio. This blend of time-honoured tradition and modern expansion strategies underlines Chadwicks Group's prominence in the industry, ensuring it remains at the forefront of innovation and customer satisfaction.

Principle Objective

The successful candidate will be an integral part of the Administration function providing efficient and accurate administrative support to the Branch Manager. 

Knowledge & Experience

• Excellent written and numerical skills
• Excellent IT literacy with an ability to efficiently learn new systems 
• 2 years previous administration experience in a fast-paced environment
• Health and Safety compliance experience

Key Responsibilities

• General office administration duties filling / scanning etc.
• Assist the cash office when needed
• Health & Safety Awareness - ensure that Company Health & Safety Regulations are strictly adhered to
• Building customer relationships
• Maintain a high customer service standard ensuring all customers are dealt with in an efficient and effective manner
• Take responsibility, as requested, for the development and implementation of the strategic and business plan, involving regular consultation with Senior Management
• Responsible for the re-order of selected product lines and also ensuring that stock levels of selected product lines are maintained at optimum levels
• Ensure shop floor is continuously maintained to agreed standard and promotions delivered to high standards 
• Ability to manage and anticipate change
• Ensure a tidy working environment at all times in line with health and safety guidelines
• Actively safeguard against theft of company goods or property by being security conscious at all times
• Ensure all company policies are implemented accordingly
• Oversee management of Aged Stock 
• Assist Branch Manager with margin review
• Work closely with Branch Manager and Sales Representative to review and maintain customer accounts
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Effective team working and networking skills
• Commercial awareness and numeracy skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer-facing skills
• The flexibility and willingness to learn
• Excellent organisation skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

Key Relationships

• Branch employees
• Branch Manager
• Sales Representatives
• Regional Director
• Head Office team
• Customers & Suppliers

Contract Type

• Temporary, Part Time Contract- (Maternity Leave cover)
• Working week- Monday to Friday 9am-2pm

Our Benefits Include

• Competitive Basic Salary
• Private Health Care 
• Sick Pay Scheme
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Pension Scheme 
• Colleague Saving Scheme 
• Profit Share Scheme
• Colleague Discount 
• Educational Assistance
• Wellness initiatives