Senior Receptionist

Spirit Motor Group is one of Irelands largest automotive retail groups, with no fewer than nine locations and a huge selection of new and used cars and commercial vehicles available. Established in 2004, were proud to represent some of the worlds most celebrated brands, including Jaguar, Land Rover, Volvo, Ford, KODA, SEAT and Volkswagen service. We are looking for a professional receptionist / administrator to work in our Spirit Volvo Dealership in Sandyford. The role is fulltime, Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week. Role and responsibilities The receptionist is the first point of contact on customers and visitors arriving to the showroom. Report into the Dealer Principal Ensuring customers receive a great welcome when they arrive to the showroom and that they are courteously directed to the relevant department / sales person Answer main switchboard in dealership, directing calls and co-ordinating detailed messages Directing customers to wait and avail of refreshments in the customer wating area while their sales person becomes available Providing directions to the service and parts department Receiving incoming post and deliveries, sorting and distributing incoming post Organising dispatch of post by mail, courier or Spirit driver Keep up to date with company events, promotions, special offers etc where switchboard may be busier Answer simple customer enquiries on all company services including sales, aftersales, service and parts Direct customer queries and / or complaints to the appropriate department Administrative duties including the registration of vehicles and other admin tasks as directed by the Sales Manager / Dealer Principal Co-ordinating the equipment and supplies requirements for the building, purchasing and ordering stationary, toners, paper, forms Ensuring the visitor areas are clean and tidy and that there is an adequate supply of refreshments. Ensuring company equipment has adequate supplies such as paper and toners in printers. Providing administrative and clerical support to the sales / service teams. About you At least 1 years experience on a busy customer facing reception Experience of dealing with customers, meeting, greeting and responding to queries over the phone and in person Excellent organisational skills and the ability to multi task and problem solve. Ability to communicate at all levels. Good administration and time management skills An enthusiasm for a career in customer service and sales Competent at Microsoft Office; Excel; Word Ability to be flexible as and when required, have a can do attitude. Excellent communication skills with fluent spoken and written English