Sales Executive- Timber- North England

Are you looking for your next opportunity in the Timber sector? SRS Recruitment are one of the UK’s leading Construction Products Recruiters, and we are delighted to have the opportunity to be assisting a leading Timber Merchant in their search for a SALES EXECUTIVE to join their team. Ideally you will have a strong background in Timber and Timber Products. As SALES EXECUTIVE you will be working along with your team to strengthen and develop existing accounts and also look to identify and pursue new business.

Our Client is one of the UK’s largest distributor of Timber & Timber Products, including hardwoods and panel products. They are a recognized supplier to a broad range of customers including Independent and National Merchants & Independent Merchants, Regional & National House builder and Manufacturers.

The company is known for their extensive product range and offer Nationwide distribution network and have been established for over a century.

My client offers a variety of benefits and opportunities for career development. As a company they put an emphasis on employee well-being, they have modern offices with the most up to date equipment and have an excellent health and safety record. If you are looking to join a company that could offer you a fantastic career path, then this opportunity could be for you.

As SALES EXECUTIVE you will be proactively selling Timber & Timber Products to both existing customers and new. You will liaise with suppliers and negotiate prices with clients on behalf of the company.

The role is largely field-based, you will be responsible for full account management for key accounts while actively sourcing and winning new business. You will be responsible for representing the image of the company and providing excellent customer service.

• Establish, manage and maintain relationships with current and target customers.
• Arrange and attend client and customer meetings.
• Proactively identify opportunities to increase your client base
• Provide comprehensive updates of the company, products and services to clients.
• Attend industry events as required.
• Stay updated on current market and industry trends, competitor activity, and leading customer strategies.
• Quoting and costing customer requirements
• Ensure high customer service standards are met at all times.
• Perform any other ad hoc duties that may arise.

• Proven experience in construction products sales ideally Timber.
• Customer service experience in a sales environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to confidently communicate over the phone and face to face.
• Outstanding listening and verbal communication skills, with the ability to identify customer issues or requests.
• Ability to thrive in a sales environment.
• Motivated and driven to achieve Sales targets.
• Strong IT skills

Fantastic opportunity to grow and develop your career by joining a leading Timber Distributor that is renowned for their high-quality Timber & Timber Products.

YORKSHIRE