Trainee Sales Representative – Builders Merchant (Somerset Area)

Are you ready to build a career in sales with one of the UK’s leading builders merchants?

We’re looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Trainee Sales Representative to join our team in the Somerset area.
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!

About the Role:

As a Trainee Sales Representative, you’ll learn the ropes of the trade, develop strong product knowledge, and build lasting relationships with our customers. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to kick-start a career in sales within the building materials industry.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Learning to achieve sales targets and deliver excellent customer service
• Learn to identify customer needs and participate in regular sales follow-ups to understand the full sales cycle
• Gain confidence in closing sales and maintaining customer relationships
• Work alongside the team to handle customer queries or complaints, learning how to resolve issues professionally
• Learn the account credit management process, including managing account applications and ensuring timely payments
• Develop core sales and negotiation skills under the mentorship of experienced team members
• Participate in identifying new customer opportunities and understand strategies for business development
• Learn how to research and evaluate market opportunities with the support of your team
• Gain skills in administration and management of full sales cycle

What We're Looking For:

• A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A genuine interest in sales and the construction industry
• Full UK driving licence

What we offer:

• Full training and mentoring
• Career Growth: Full training and coaching from experienced professionals in a friendly, supportive team environment
• Clear career progression path into external sales
• Competitive Salary + quarterly performance bonus
• Generous Holidays: 33 days (including bank holidays) with an additional buy and sell scheme
• Company Car, Mobile Phone and Tablet
• Comprehensive Benefits:
• Contractual sick pay scheme
• Group pension scheme
• Free life insurance scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Uniform & PPE provided
• Employee Assistance Programme including:
• Unlimited 24/7 Remote GP appointments
• Unlimited Mental Health Support
• Bereavement Counselling
• Physiotherapy consultations
• Medical Second Opinion
• Financial and Legal Support
• Wellbeing Content and Assessments
• 1-2-1 Lifestyle Coaching sessions
• Savings and Discounts
• Full training and coaching

Your Role:

• Meet and exceed 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

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! 

If you're interested, please email your CV at jobs@kellway.co.uk