Sales Representative

Our Sales Representativesare vital for our business to grow. You will need to build strong relationships with existing and potential new account holders to gain new accounts through a variety of methods in order to achieve and exceed targets. It is down to our Sales Representatives to ensure that the account base across each of the depots continues to consistently grow and give new customers a full understanding of the Howdens model and how this benefits them.

You will collaborate with the Business Developers and Kitchen Sales Designers to convert sales, ensuring a higher sale per account and more frequent trading is achieved from the account base. You will actively participate in sales meetings chaired by the Lead Sales Representative to Share best demonstrable practices with other Sales Representatives in the Area

Our Sales Representatives have a lot of autonomy within the role. You will be seeking new business opportunities the business where you see fit whilst organising your own diary to develop the customer base in each depot within the territory.

Skills and attributes you need to be a successful Sales Representative:

• Influencing and sales skills
• Customer-focused
• Strong communicator
• Results driven
• Prioritise own workload
• Flexible and approachable
• Thrive in fast-paced environments
• Be a Howdens Ambassador
• Full UK driving license

What you get from us as a Sales Representative:

• Competitive salary
• Company Vehicle - Hybrid/Electric Car
• Monthly depot bonusOTE
• Team incentives and outings
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with Howdens contributing a minimum of 8% and up to 12% if you pay more
• 24 days holiday, rising to 26 days after 5 years
• Staff discount on Howdens products
• Buy as you earn share scheme

About Howdens:

Howdens Joinery is the UK's number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe - making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda.

There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens - and why we have been named one of the10 Best Big Companies to Work For.

How to apply:

When you apply, you will need to attach a CV. If this is your first time applying for a role with us, you will need to activate your account when you apply for this role. Please check your email carefully to ensure that you have completed this step. We are unable to view your application if you have not activated your account. Good luck with your application.

Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We're working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.

Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.

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