Merchant Sales Representative – Somerset

Join Kellaway Building Supplies, the largest and fastest-growing independent builders’ merchant in the South West of England! Family-owned and run since 1982, we pride ourselves on being the Merchant of Choice for our employees through our supportive culture, commitment to safety, and rewarding our teams for their dedication. We are an ambitious business with staff growth and development at the heart of our core values, offering numerous opportunities for career advancement at all levels.

Salary:

£34,000 – £38,000, plus bonus and benefits

Pay & benefits:

>         33 days holiday (including bank holidays) with additional buy and sell scheme

>         Company car and mobile phone

>         Performance bonus

>         Contractual sick pay scheme

>         Group pension scheme

>         Free life insurance scheme

>         Cycle to work scheme

>         Uniform & PPE provided

>         Employee Assistance Programme: A completely confidential digital health and wellbeing service, providing access to health and wellbeing services via one easy-to-use app, including: 24/7 UK Freephone helpline, unlimited 24/7 remote GPs, unlimited mental health support, bereavement counselling, physiotherapy, medical second opinion, financial and legal support, wellbeing content, 360 wellbeing score, 1-2-1 lifestyle coaching, savings and discounts.

>         Extensive opportunities for career development

Responsibilities:

>         Meet and exceed branch and personal financial targets by maximising sales and margin.

>         Provide outstanding customer service to ensure high levels of satisfaction.

>         Close sales and build strong business relationships with customers.

>         Liaise with suppliers and branches for special order sales.

>         Work with credit control to manage accounts effectively.

>         Expand the customer base by identifying and securing new customers.

>         Identify new business opportunities by reviewing market and branch opportunities.

>         Engage in cold calling, both in person and by phone, to generate new business.

>         Prepare quotations for customers, follow up, and convert to orders at the most profitable route.

>         Accurately record all sales activity on team software and produce reports on sales activity.

Requirements:            

>         Good customer service skills

>         Knowledge of building materials

>         Communication skills

>         Sales and negotiating skills

>         Persuasive, able to close a deal

>         Confident and Enthusiastic

>         Self-motivated, with a drive to succeed

Hours:

>         Basic 45 hours worked Monday to Friday 7.30am to 5.00pm

>         Stocktake weekend once a year

Why Kellaway Building Supplies?

At Kellaway Building Supplies, we believe in nurturing our employees and providing them with the tools they need to succeed. If you're looking for a dynamic and supportive work environment with plenty of opportunities for growth, we would love to hear from you!  Apply today and become a valued member of our team!