Overview
Our Field Based Business Developer is a crucial role within our growing business. In this role you will work to both open new accounts and build lasting relationships with existing account holders. There will be a daily necessity to build strong relationships with both existing and potential new account holders in order to consistently achieve and exceed targets. It is down to our Field Based Business Developers to ensure that their depots account base continues to consistently grow while also working to meet the needs of existing account holders.
Responsibilities
* Open new accounts and build lasting relationships with existing account holders to achieve and exceed targets.
* Collaborate with depot staff, including Kitchen Sales Designers and Depot Managers, to convert sales and increase sale per account and trading frequency.
* Actively participate in sales meetings chaired by the Lead Sales Representative to share best practices with other Field Based Business Developers in the area.
* Manage your own diary and workload day to day, with autonomy over planning and prioritisation.
* Win new business and grow the depot customer base while providing excellent service to customers.
Skills and Qualifications
* Influencing and sales skills
* Customer-focused
* Strong communicator
* Results driven
* Ability to prioritise own workload
* Ability to work well both alone and as part of a team
* Flexible and approachable
* Thrive in fast-paced environments
* Be a Howdens Ambassador
* Full UK driving license
What you get
* Competitive salary
* Company Vehicle (Hybrid)
* Monthly depot bonus
* Team incentives and outings
* Competitive Pension Plan with a maximum company contribution of 12%
* 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 the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.
Equity and Application Note
Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. If you need adjustments to our recruitment process, please contact us for assistance. Note: Candidates should have a valid right to work in the UK. We do not offer sponsorship for depot positions at this time.
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