Quinn’s of Baltinglass Ltd is on the hunt for enthusiastic, hardworking and dedicated people to join our team. These are exciting opportunities for the right candidate to join a well-established successful family run business. Currently Quinns are hiring for the following full-time position.

• Transport Manager (Full-time) Baltinglass

• Agri Counter  Sales, (Full-time) 

• Trade Counter Associate  (Full-time) Quinns Superstore

Transport Manager (Full-time) Baltinglass

Job is based in Baltinglass, Co Wicklow located on the N81. Only 15 mins form the M9 (Junction 3), 20 mins from Carlow town and 35 mins from Naas.

The Role:

• Co-ordination of all transport activities (including hauliers, own staff, temporary drivers & contractors

• Responsible for efficient dispatch of all routes and products to customers on a daily basis – seasonal products include animal feed, fertiliser, sprays, seed and hardware deliveries
• Managing the transport team of 4

• Taking orders directly from customers, suppliers, sales team and depots via email, phone and in person of Quinns products and offerings
• Effectively liaising with sales, transport, and operation departments to resolve all issues in a timely manner
• Working with our sales teams to ensure effective and efficient delivery schedules
• Responsible for ensuring all company delivery vehicles are properly maintained, cleaned and safely operated to reduce accidents and enhance the company brand

• Develop systems and processes for the improved management of customer orders and returns
• Managing Transport Compliance to industry leading standards

• Ensuring Security and Health & Safety Procedures are adhered to at all time
• Create an inclusive and collaborative culture where the role of each team member in the contribution to the organisational goals is understood.

Requirements:

• 3+ years’ experience in a relevant management / supervisory role in a high volume, technology driven, time sensitive, customer focused multi-drop distribution operation and industry knowledge
• Competent in the use of IT systems including Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word
• Proven ability to manage a team to deliver the highest standards of service
• Proven ability to be an effective decision maker with a hands-on approach to the business
• Ability to plan and organise your own and your teams work activities in a safe, efficient and effective manner
• High level of flexibility and problem solving
• Strong knowledge of the Department of Transport regulations (RSA, Tachograph legislation, Work Time Directive etc.)
• Understanding of the key drivers in customer service, manufacturing, transport & warehousing operations
• Experienced in operating in-house inbound raw materials operations and managing HGV drivers
• Experience in managing and maintaining a fleet of heavy goods vehicles
• A working knowledge of supply chain systems & processes within a manufacturing environment, an understanding of how to integrate sustainability throughout all processes and decision making.

To apply:

 

Please email your CV and Cover Letter to: [email protected]

 

 

 

Agri Counter Sales (Multiple Vacancies)

Duties

• Provide Advice & support to farmers on a wide range of farm inputs
• Stock control and merchandising
• Support the branch manager with the daily running of the store
• Provide technical back up and support to farmers
• Merchandising & stock control
• Generating new ideas and promotions for the store
• Evaluate a customer’s needs and build productive long lasting relationships
• Making sure the shop floor runs smoothly

Candidate profile

Showing a real passion for customer focus, innovation, and ability to make tough decisions will enable you to thrive in a role that is challenging and demanding – achieving targets for business growth, increased sales, operating standards, and colleague development and performance.

• Sales focused with proven sales experience
• 3rd Level degree in Agriculture would be an advantage
• Ambitious with strong communication & interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritise work

To apply

Please email your CV and Cover Letter to: [email protected]

 

 

Trade Counter Associate – Quinns Superstore Baltinglass

Job Description

Quinns Superstore is currently looking to hire a Trade Counter Sales Person for our busy trade counter in Baltinglass, Co Wicklow.

The successful candidate will have considerable knowledge of building materials, DIY, plumbing, would also be an advantage, along with experience in selling to the trade and retail customers.

The successful candidate must have a positive attitude to sales and customer service and the ability to work in a pressurised environment. The core focus of the role relates to customer service.

Skills & Requirements:
• Excellent customer service skills
• Accepting payments and dealing with returns
• Shop merchandising with attention to detail for store presentation
• Using our in-house POS system, e-mail and internet
• Deal with trade counter & phone enquiries
• Preparing quotations and following up
• To assist and take ownership with maintaining stock level
• Friendly, helpful, confident and engaging personality
• Sales focused and great attention to detail
This is a full time role (39 hours) working 5 of 6 days (Monday to Saturday).

To apply for this position :

Please forward your CV and Cover letter to : [email protected]