Due to expansion, our client is seeking a dynamic individual to join their sales team. As a company, they have been supplying timber and timber-related products to the construction sector for over 100 years and are renowned in the industry for their high-quality product. Ideally, you have experience working for a Timber Merchant or Importer and have excellent all-around Timber knowledge. You will also have the expertise to bring in new business and also develop, grow, and maintain key accounts. 

Reporting to: REGIONAL DIRECTOR  

Working along with your team you will be promoting the companies Timber, Timber Products & By-Products to exciting sectors including SHOPFITTERS, HOUSE BUILDERS, DEVELOPERS, CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES, AGRICULTURE / EQUESTRIAN SECTOR

Key Responsibilities

• To develop both new & existing clients
• Negotiate to purchase prices with suppliers
• Quoting and costing customer requirements
• Understanding customer needs and requirements, research accounts, identifying key players
• Maintain & expand your database
• Take internal sales orders, follow up sales inquiries, and delivery schedules

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required

• Proven experience in Sales & Account Management
• All round strong Timber knowledge & Machined Products
• Experience within the building supply trade essential
• General Construction knowledge essential & knowledge of the Construction sector
• Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimum of supervision
• Confident and professional telephone manner
• Effective communication skills
• Customer-focused with sound commercial skills.
• Good IT skills & PC literate and experience with Microsoft Outlook