Joseph Walls Agri Merchants is a long-established, family-run agricultural business serving the Newry, Mourne, Down, Louth and surrounding areas. Founded in 1971, the company began as an agricultural merchant selling fertilizer, lime, and grass seed and has grown to supply a wide range of products for the farming community.
Based in rural South Down, Joseph Walls Agri Merchants is committed to supporting local farmers with reliable products and knowledgeable service. Despite challenges in the farming industry, the business continues to focus on maintaining high service standards for customers across Counties Down, Tyrone, and Armagh.
Role Description
The Sales Assistant (Agriculture) role is a part-time, on-site position based in Dundalk. The role involves assisting customers in-store with product selection, providing information on agricultural supplies, and processing sales transactions accurately.
Daily tasks include maintaining stock displays, checking inventory levels, handling phone and counter enquiries, and ensuring the shop area is clean, safe, and well organized. The Sales Assistant will support senior sales staff, prepare orders for collection or delivery, and contribute to a positive customer experience for farming and agricultural clients.
Qualifications/Experience
- Candidates should possess strong Interpersonal Skills and Customer Service skills to engage effectively with a diverse agricultural customer base.
- Candidates should possess clear Communication skills, both verbal and written, to provide accurate product information and handle enquiries.
- Candidates should possess Sales skills, including basic sales techniques and confidence in promoting appropriate products to customers.
- Candidates should possess solid Organisation Skills to manage stock, process orders, and keep the sales area orderly and efficient.
- Familiarity with agricultural products or farming practices is highly beneficial.
- Basic IT and point-of-sale system skills, with the ability to learn new systems as needed.
- Ability to work reliably on-site, including occasional peak-season flexibility.
- Previous experience in retail, sales, or an agricultural environment is an advantage but not mandatory.
Hours of work
- 3 days per work 8am – 5.30pm
- Every other Saturday 8am – 1pm
Skills:Product Knowledge
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