Full job descriptionAbout Our Client: Our client, one of the UK’s foremost family-owned independent timber and building supplies merchants with a strong presence in the South East, is seeking a Sales Assistant to join their dynamic team. This exciting opportunity arises due to an internal promotion within their top-performing branch.
Position Overview: As a Sales Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in driving sales for the branch and building relationships with key customers.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
*Customer Engagement: Respond to incoming calls and provide face-to-face support at the trade counter.
*Sales Success: Turn initial customer inquiries into sales, generate and send quotes, and expertly manage the customer relationship management (CRM) system, proactively pursuing warm leads and opportunities.
*Technical Expertise: Offer technical advice, support, and outstanding after-sales service to customers.
*Customer Growth: Identify opportunities to boost annual spending from existing customers, nurturing strong and lasting trade relationships.
Candidate Requirements: Our client thrives in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment and is looking for individuals who possess both the skills and the ambition to grow with their business. The ideal candidate should:
*Have prior sales experience in a builders merchants environment and a deep understanding of trade and retail customer needs.
*Exhibit strong sales skills, with a determination to succeed and a self-driven approach.
*Possess excellent product knowledge, warm management style, and the ability to forge lasting customer relationships.
*Demonstrate IT proficiency, with the capacity to swiftly adapt to new systems and enter data accurately.
Benefits:
*Competitive Salary: Our client offers a competitive annual salary of £30,000, rewarding your valuable contributions.
*Usual Benefits: In addition to the salary, you will receive typical benefits such as healthcare, pension, 27 days holiday and 8 day bank holidays, ensuring your well-being and work-life balance.
Apply Now: If you’re excited about this opportunity to work with our esteemed client and play a crucial role in the success and growth of their top-performing branch, we invite you to apply immediately. We look forward to meeting you and witnessing your potential to make a difference.
Join our client in building a brighter future together!