Sales Executive

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Job Description

At our Canterbury branch, we are currently recruiting for an experienced External Sales Representative.

In this position, you will play an instrumental role in the growth and development of the branch, we are therefore looking for a talented, experienced and dedicated candidate to help drive the business forward.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Working as part of the external sales team, the main aim of this role will be to identify new business opportunities, promoting MKM as their supplier of choice and converting this into regular business.
  • In addition, you will also be responsible for maintaining relationships with existing customers and ensuring they continue to receive great customer service.
  • You will predominantly work in and around the Canterbury area and will be required to take a pro-active approach to visiting existing and potential customers, building lasting relationships and exceeding their expectations.
  • In all dealings with customers you will be expected to use every opportunity to maximise sales and margin.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Previous experience of working in a similar position within the industry is essential for this role.
  • We would also expect the successful candidate to have excellent product knowledge of a good range of building, plumbing and timber products.
  • You must be an excellent negotiator, confident and enthusiastic.

Benefits

In return, you can be a part of the UK’s largest independent Builders Merchant and winner of many industry awards. Some of the benefits we offer include:

  • A competitive pay package
  • Generous discretionary bonus scheme
  • Car allowance
  • Substantial staff discounts
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Holiday scheme which rewards length of service
  • Uniform
  • Perkbox discounts
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Performance related bonus
  • Financial Planning Support
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Free parking
  • Enhanced Maternity
  • Enhanced Paternity
  • Substantial Employee Discount
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Mental Health Support

MKM is the leading independent builders’ merchant in the UK, and we were established in 1995. Our people are what make us unique in what we do. Today we have more than 135 branches and over 3200 employees nationwide. Whilst we continue to grow, we are constantly striving to always attract, recruit, retain, promote, and support a diverse mix of colleagues that create a sense of belonging to the ‘MKM family’ for everyone. We hope you will join us on our journey!

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Location:
Canterbury
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Business

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