Trade Sales Associate

4 days ago

Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Howdens Full time

At Howdens, we take pride in being a leading employer of apprentices. Our commitment to nurturing talent and creating long-term career opportunities is evident through our placement in the prestigious Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers table.

The Apprentice Business Developer role offers an exciting opportunity for you to join our team and launch your career. With a strong focus on customer service and sales, you will be responsible for providing potential and existing customers with exceptional support and guidance.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Providing outstanding customer service and supporting the wider sales team in generating and chasing leads.
  • Focusing on effective customer account management, aiming to increase the company's customer base and develop long-term collaborative relationships within the building trade.
  • Maintaining up-to-date product and industry knowledge.
  • Utilizing creative marketing materials to promote Howdens products, depot events, and sales periods to new and existing customers.
  • Regularly communicating with both depots' lead banks via telephone and using our customer engagement messaging tool.
  • Developing long-term collaborative relationships with customers.
  • Proactively gaining new accounts, repeat business, and generating qualified leads for the team through outgoing sales calls.
  • Processing sales for customers using the in-store payment systems, quoting correct pricing, delivery date, and stock requirements.

To be successful in this role, you will need to possess:

  • Strong communication skills.
  • An ability to build strong relationships.
  • Good customer service skills.
  • A target-driven approach.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • An ability to work autonomously and use your own initiative.
  • Effective planning and organizing abilities.
  • The capability to prioritize and manage your workload effectively.
  • A strong desire for continuous personal and professional development.

We offer a competitive salary of £15,000 per annum, paid holiday entitlement, and a generous matched contribution Pension Scheme. Additionally, you will have access to team incentives, outings, and staff discounts on Howdens products.

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