Sales Representative

Sales Representative - Dublin NorthsidePart of Grafton Group Plc, Chadwicks Group is the market leader in the builder's merchanting industry in the Republic of Ireland.The core business is through the traditional Builders Merchants division.Main brands include Chadwick's, Cork Builders Providers, Davies & Telford's.In addition, and through organic growth and acquisitions the Group have established a range of brands which are close to the core but offer a uniquely different range of products.These include Heitons Steel, Panelling Centre, Morgans Timber, Proline, Sitetech and Rooney's Hardware.Principle ObjectiveAs Sales Representative - Dublin Northside, you are responsible for generating building material sales, managing customer relationships and construction related activity with key customers within a geographical area to achieve company objectives as directed by the Regional Director.Knowledge & ExperienceAt least two years' proven building materials sales experience within the construction industry i.e. similar role in a builders merchants or construction related company and or B to B selling in the construction industryExcellent knowledge of all building material products, existing and upcoming productsKnowledge of Plumbing materials would be an advantageProven experience of dealing with building contractors and specifiersThird level qualification in construction or business related discipline is highly desirableKey ResponsibilitiesEngage key strategic customers and potential contractors in-line with customer relationship management framework guidelines and technical offerings to build strong relationships to gain maximum market advantage.Promote the Company's building material products and services, by regularly visiting and otherwise contacting his/her customers (based on the Company guidelines and the Customer Classification)Upselling additional brands such as Sam Hire and Plumb CentrePreparing quotations for customersPreparing Account Plans to meet sales targets and maintain or develop the relationship with his/her CustomersEnsuring payment terms are adhered to as per customer contractTo be responsible for the commercial management of project management activity.Working collaboratively to ensure maximum commercial advantage and commitment achieved from technical resource and project specifications.Supporting the Company's common goals by working with team members, cross-functional working with other teams/functions and pro-actively participating/delivering on commitmentsAdhering to Company reporting procedure/commercial admin systems, offering appropriate feedback and information.Typical activities include:To plan each visit and record a visit-report as appropriateTo enrich the customer data base with sales information, collected from the field.To be responsible for safety aspects for self and others.To be responsible for achievement of debt management within area of responsibilityTo manage claims for products or services performance issues in-line with Company guidelines.Essential CompetenciesAbility to prioritise workloadEffective team working and networking skillsCommercial awareness and numeracy skillsExcellent interpersonal and customer-facing skillsStrong sales skills and negotiation skillsThe flexibility and willingness to learnTarget driven with the ability to think strategicallyExcellent organisation skills and attention to detailStrong account management skillsExcellent communication skills, both oral and writtenNegotiation and analytical skillsA positive attitudeIT literacy and the ability to handle analytical dataContract TypePermanentFull time 39 hour contractWorking week Monday to FridayLocation: Turvey Business Park, Turvey, Donabate, Co.Dublin, K36 WD90Our Benefits IncludeCompetitive Basic SalaryCommission PayFully expensed Company vehicleTax Free lunch allowancePrivate Health CareSick Pay SchemePaid Maternity and Paternity LeavePension SchemeColleague Saving SchemeProfit Share SchemeColleague DiscountSalesSuperstar #JoinTheTeam #NailItInSales #BuildYourCareer'Don't meet every single requirement?Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.At Chadwicks Group we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways.You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles'.DISCLAIMER: Chadwicks Group reserves the right at any time to change, delete, or add to any of the provisions of this Role Profile at its sole discretion and it is the colleagues responsibility to familiarise themselves with these changes.Furthermore, the provisions of this Role Profile are designed by Chadwicks Group to serve as guidelines rather than absolute responsibilities and duties.#J-*****-Ljbffr