Careers

Welcome to McMahon's Career Section

Originally founded in the 1830s, today McMahons is Ireland's largest independent Builders Providers. With stores in 11 locations in Ireland, we are a company intent on serving local needs on a national scale. We provide top quality building materials and DIY & home improvement supplies to the public and trade.

Recruiting at McMahons is about identifying talented team players who combine skill, motivation, energy and a passion for achievement and then do what it takes to be the best.

It's also about a team coming together with on common mission to continue to offer new thinking and great service to our customers, large or small.

We are committed to being a national employer of choice, and we offer competitive compensation, rewards and benefits

All applications are welcome and should there a be a vacancy that arises within the Group which suits you. please forward your CV to the Human Resources Department at hr@jmcmahon.com

Office Administrator

Location: Derry / Londonderry

Last updated: 07-06-2023

Job Description:

McMahons Builders Providers have been providing quality building supplies and DIY materials to the trade and public for over 190 years and now operate from a network of 15 branches located on the island of Ireland. McMahons are now seeking applications for the position of Administrative Assistant, based at their premises located on the Bay Road, in Derry City.

The role is a full-time office-based role and the key responsibilities of this role will include:

Carrying out administrative duties relating to the ordering, sale and distribution of stock.
Responding to and helping to resolve queries.
Answering incoming calls and emails in a professional manner.
Working closely with colleagues based in Bay Road and across the branch network.
Assisting with other office administration functions as and when required.

To Be Considered For This Role, You Will Have The Following:

A minimum of 2 years’ experience in an office-based environment.
A strong work ethic.
Excellent analytical, numerical, communication and interpersonal skills.
A strong attention to detail and an ability to problem solve.
An ability to work well in a team environment.
Be computer literate and experienced in using IT systems including MS Office.

If you are interested in this challenging and rewarding role, please forward your most recent career details in the strictest confidence to: The Human Resources Dept. James McMahon Ltd., Ashbourne Hall, Dock Road, Limerick or email hr@jmcmahon.com

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Sales and Operations Trainee

Location: Portarlington

Last updated: 12-06-2023

Job Description:

McMahons Builders Providers have been providing quality building supplies and DIY materials to the trade and public for over 190 years. The group consists of a network of 12 stores, as well as a Truss Manufacturing plant and 3 Hardwood & Sheet Material branches. McMahons offer a one stop shop offering, with a wide range of products catering for the Builder, DIY enthusiast and home owner. McMahons Builders Providers is one of the largest independent builder’s providers on the island of Ireland. The provision and distribution of building materials is a crucial element of the construction sector supply chain in Ireland and globally.

The Role

McMahons are now seeking applications for Sales and Operations Trainee Positions at its Portarlington Branch. This role would be ideally suited to ambitious recent third level graduates or mature school leavers.

This “hands-on” role will involve getting experience in all aspects of a typical busy builders merchanting branch including dealing with customers; order taking; counter sales; issuing of invoices/relevant sales documentation; arranging deliveries; stock management including picking orders, stock taking, cycle counting and off-loading and booking-in incoming stock The successful candidate will also get experience using modern IT and ERP systems and will receive training from experienced local branch personnel as well as group management and personnel.

Benefits include Competitive Starting Salary, Company Pension Scheme and support for Further Education.

To Be Considered For This Role, You Will Have The Following:

An interest in the construction sector.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong work ethic
A positive “can do” attitude.
Basic IT skills (email and MS Office is required).

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Sales Representative

Location: Fermoy

Last updated: 29-03-2023

Job Description:

McMahons Builders Providers have been providing quality building supplies and DIY materials to the trade and public for over 190 years and have grown to become one of the largest independent builder’s providers on the island of Ireland, with a network of 11 stores, as well as a Truss Manufacturing plant and 3 Hardwood & Sheet Material branches. McMahons offer a one stop shop offering, with a wide range of products catering for the Builder, DIY enthusiast and Home Owner.

The Role

McMahons are now seeking applications for the position of a Sales Representative for their Fermoy Branch. Reporting to the Branch Manager and working closely with the National Sales Manager, the responsibilities of the role will include the following:

The proactive development of new business with key existing customers and potential new customers.
Develop and maintain a healthy pipeline of new sales opportunities through the proactive management of new leads and information utilising the innovative tools provided.
Develop strong working relationships with customers and building product suppliers to maximise sales opportunities.
The management of key customers contracts and information in an organised and efficient manner.
Quickly responding to and resolving any customer queries raised, ensuring that the company’s excellent customer service levels are maintained.
Providing weekly and monthly reports to the Branch Manager and National Sales Manager covering the sales activity in the region.

To Be Considered For This Role, You Will Have The Following:

A minimum of 3 years experience in a Sales role.
Be a results driven person with a proven track record of meeting sales and margin targets.
An interest in the construction sector and building materials.
Experience in the merchanting and/or construction sector is desirable, but not essential.
Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
Excellent negotiation skills and a proactive approach to problem solving.
Experienced in using Microsoft Office and ERP systems.

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Retail Sales Associate

Location: Portarlington

Last updated: 12-06-2023

Job Description:

The Role

McMahons are now seeking applications for the position of Retail Sales Associate at their branch located in Portarlington. The main requirements of the role will be as follows:

Serving customers in the shop and answering the phones as and when required.
Building strong working relationships with customers in order to understand their requirements.
Maintaining a well merchandised Store / Shop area.
Assisting with cycle counting and stock taking.
Liaising with the Warehouse and Yard staff to help fulfil incoming orders.
Dealing with other requests to support the busy operation as and when required.
Following company policies and procedures from an operational and health and safety perspective.

To Be Considered For This Role, You Will Have The Following:

Experience working in Retail.
An interest in building materials.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
A positive can-do attitude.
Be computer literate.
Full training will be given.

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Sales Representative

Location: Dunmanway

Last updated: 24-03-2023

Job Description:

The Role

McMahons are now seeking applications for the position of a Sales Representative for their Dunmanway Branch. Reporting to the Branch Manager and working closely with the National Sales Manager, the responsibilities of the role will include the following:

The proactive development of new business with key existing customers and potential new customers.
Develop and maintain a healthy pipeline of new sales opportunities through the proactive management of new leads and information utilising the innovative tools provided.
Develop strong working relationships with customers and building product suppliers to maximise sales opportunities.
The management of key customers contracts and information in an organised and efficient manner.
Quickly responding to and resolving any customer queries raised, ensuring that the company’s excellent customer service levels are maintained.
Providing weekly and monthly reports to the Branch Manager and National Sales Manager covering the sales activity in the region.

To Be Considered For This Role, You Will Have The Following:

A minimum of 3 years experience in a Sales role.
Be a results driven person with a proven track record of meeting sales and margin targets.
An interest in the construction sector and building materials.
Experience in the merchanting and/or construction sector is desirable, but not essential.
Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
Excellent negotiation skills and a proactive approach to problem solving.
Experienced in using Microsoft Office and ERP systems.

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Yard/Warehouse Operative

Location: Longford

Last updated: 01-03-2023

Job Description:

McMahons Builders Providers have been providing quality building supplies and DIY materials to the trade and public for over 185 years. The group consists of a network of 11 stores, as well as a Truss Manufacturing plant and 3 Hardwood & Sheet Material branches. McMahons offer a one stop shop offering, with a wide range of products catering for the Builder, DIY enthusiast and Home Owner. McMahon’s extensive product range includes building materials, plumbing & heating, timber & sheeting, insulation, plant & tool hire, painting & decorating, doors & floors, bathrooms, garden and outdoor and much more.

The Role

McMahons are now seeking applications for the position of Yard/Warehouse Operative for their branch located in Longford. The Longford branch is a thriving builders providers branch with significant capacity to grow. The responsibilities of the successful candidate will include the following:

Off loading products and building materials being delivered to the site.
Picking customer orders and assisting with the loading of customer vehicles.
Loading trucks with products in advance of delivery to the customer.
Assisting to maintain the highest standards of housekeeping in the warehouse, yard and shop.
Working closely with all branch staff including transport and internal sales to ensure that the customers are serviced in an efficient and timely manner.
Assisting with the stock management at the branch including stock taking and cycle counting.
Dealing with other requests to support the operation of a busy branch as and when required.
Following company policies and procedures from an operational and health and safety perspective.

To Be Considered For This Role, You Will Have The Following:

Knowledge and experience of building materials would be advantageous.
Experience in a yard / warehouse environment and driving forklifts.
A full clean driving license is required.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
A positive can-do attitude.
Be computer literate.

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