Sales Specialist

Our successful NEWENT branch is looking to recruit for a Sales Specialist.In this position, you will play a key role in the sale of our full range of building supplies products therefore previous sales experience in a similar role within a builder’s merchant environment is essential.Responsibilities and DutiesProviding quotations for customersDealing with customers both face to face and over the telephoneGiving excellent customer service and sound product advice Taking a proactive approach to building product sales, using every opportunity to make or increase a sale.Dealing with the day to day transport operations of the branch.Use a customer relationship management system (CRM) holding a portfolio of 50 + customersGenerate new business with existing and new customersUpsell and gap analysis on existing customersCold callingLead qualifyingQuote follow upQualifications and SkillsMotivated, energetic, enthusiastic, self-driven, positive attitudeSound building supplies knowledge is essential.Previous sales experience in a builder’s merchant environment is a necessityPrevious transport operations experience a distinct advantage.Confident dealing with customersThe ability to build great customer relationshipsA good telephone manner, excellent communication and interpersonal skillComputer literate.This role will involve working alternate Saturday mornings.BenefitsA competitive pay packageGenerous discretionary bonus schemeSubstantial staff discountsTraining and development opportunitiesHoliday scheme which rewards length of servicePerkbox discountsContributory pension schemeFinancial Planning SupportCycle to work schemeFree parking Enhanced MaternityEnhanced PaternitySubstantial Employee DiscountEmployee Assistance ProgrammeMental Health SupportMKM 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 130 branches and over 3000 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!