Overview
Join Howdens Gillingham as a Business Developer. You will build strong relationships with new and existing trade customers, contact trade customers daily via telephone and email, identify upselling opportunities, and deliver exceptional customer service.
You will provide administrative support to the depot, collaborating with Kitchen Sales Designers and Territory Sales Representatives to arrange appointments and fuel lead generation. A proactive attitude and strong attention to detail will help the depot reach and exceed targets.
Responsibilities
* Build and maintain relationships with trade customers
* Proactively contact customers by phone and email
* Identify upselling opportunities and deliver excellent customer service
* Provide administrative support to the depot
* Collaborate with Kitchen Sales Designers and Territory Sales Representatives to arrange appointments and generate leads
* Help the team meet or exceed depot targets
Skills and Qualifications
* Customer service
* Thrive in fast-paced environments
* Strong communicator
* Sales-focused
* Prioritisation and organisation skills
* Curious learner
What You Get From Us
* Competitive base salary
* Monthly depot bonus OTE
* Team incentives and outings
* Competitive Pension Plan with up to 12% company contribution
* 24 days holiday, rising to 26 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 in the UK and Europe and a sales volume of circa 2.3bn. We have an entrepreneurial ethos and a fast-paced, commercial environment, with opportunities for development and rewards. We are committed to being Worthwhile for ALL concerned and are proud to be named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.
How to Apply
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Howdens is committed to an inclusive environment. If you need adjustments to our recruitment process, please email recruitment@howdens.com with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.
Please note that candidates must have the right to work in the UK; sponsorship is not offered for depot positions at this time.
Eligibility and Employment Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Business Development and Sales
* Industries: Wholesale Building Materials, Retail, and Design Services
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