Junior Sales Associate

Exciting Opportunity: Junior Sales Associate at Maddocks

£24,000

About Us:
Join Maddocks, a trailblazing international distributor specialising in spare parts and accessories for home appliances. Since 1957, we've been at the forefront of our industry, driven by innovation and a commitment to excellence. Founded by the great-grandfather of our current managing director, Maddocks operates from our state-of-the-art 43,000sq. ft. facility in Cardiff's prestigious Capital Business Park.

Who We're Seeking:
Are you dynamic and ambitious? Eager to kickstart your career in sales and business development? Join our vibrant team as a Junior Sales Associate and embark on an exciting journey with us. If you're passionate, driven, and ready to learn, this role is tailor-made for you.

Your Role:
As a Junior Sales Associate, you'll be an integral part of our sales team, supporting the development and growth of our distribution network across the UK. Your responsibilities will include:

- Assisting in identifying new prospects and market opportunities through targeted research.
- Supporting the review of existing business relationships to identify growth opportunities.
- Participating in video meetings and in-person visits to key prospects under supervision.
- Providing exceptional customer service and account management assistance.
- Absorbing knowledge about our company's key attributes, supply capabilities, and business-to-business e-commerce platform.
- Collaborating closely with the sales team to meet targets and exceed customer expectations.

Key Attributes:

- Enthusiastic attitude with a keen interest in sales and business development.
- Excellent communication skills and a natural ability to connect with others.
- Motivated, eager to learn, and adaptable to new challenges.
- Flexible in workload and willing to go the extra mile to achieve goals.
- Basic proficiency in using computers and familiarity with Microsoft Office.
- Open to receiving guidance and feedback to facilitate growth.
- Positive outlook and a hunger to develop skills and knowledge in sales.

**Benefits**:

- Exciting opportunity to kickstart your career in sales with a leading company.
- Comprehensive training and mentorship provided to support your professional development.
- Friendly and supportive working environment surrounded by motivated colleagues.
- Potential for career progression and growth within the company.
- Automatic enrolment in the company pension scheme.
- Free onsite parking with 24/7 security.

Job Details:

- Full-time position with a standard 37.5-hour workweek, Monday to Friday.
- Work location: In person at our Cardiff facility.
- No prior experience necessary - just a willingness to learn and grow.

**Salary**: £24,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:
Company pension

Employee discount

Free parking

On-site parking

Store discount

Schedule:
Monday to Friday

**Education**:
GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (preferred)

Ability to Commute:
Cardiff, CF3 2PY (required)

Ability to Relocate:
Cardiff, CF3 2PY: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £24,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

- Bonus scheme
- Performance bonus
- Yearly bonus

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Retail sales: 1 year (preferred)
- customer service: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person