Senior Sales Executive - Timber (5409)

Vacancy No: 5409

Vacancy Title: SENIOR SALES EXECUTIVE - TIMBER - NORTH ENGLAND

SRS Recruitment are one of the UK's leading Construction Products Recruiters, and due to expansion we are delighted to have the opportunity to be assisting a leading Timber Merchant in their search for a SENIOR SALES EXECUTIVE to join their team. Ideally you will have a strong background in Timber and Timber Products. As SENIOR SALES EXECUTIVE you will be working along with your team to strengthen and develop existing accounts and also look to identify and pursue new business.

The Company

Our Client is one of the UK's largest distributor of Timber & Timber Products, including hardwoods and panel products. They are a recognized supplier to a broad range of customers including Independent and National Merchants & Independent Merchants, Regional & National Housebuilder and Manufacturers.

The company is known for their extensive product range and offer Nationwide distribution network and have been established for over a century.

My client offers a variety of benefits and opportunities for career development. As a company they put an emphasis on employee well-being, they have modern offices with the most up to date equipment and have an excellent health and safety record.

The Role as SENIOR SALES EXECUTIVE

As SENIOR SALES EXECUTIVE you will be proactively selling Timber & Timber Products to both existing customers and new. You will liaise with suppliers and negotiate prices with clients on behalf of the company.

The role is office based, you will handle incoming sales calls, and provide responses to price enquiries, you will be proactive and make external calls to existing and new customers.

Key Responsibilities as SENIOR SALES EXECUTIVE

• Establish, manage and maintain relationships with current and target customers
• Check stock and deal with customer enquiries professionally.
• Proactively identify opportunities to increase your client base
• Provide comprehensive updates of the company, products and services to clients
• Sales order processing
• Stay updated on current market and industry trends, competitor activity, and leading customer strategies
• Quoting and costing customer requirements
• Ensure high customer service standards are met at all times.
• Perform any other ad hoc duties that may arise

Skills and Experience Required SENIOR SALES EXECUTIVE

• Proven experience in construction products sales ideally Timber.
• Customer service experience in a sales environment
• Passion for the timber sector and strong work ethic
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to confidently communicate over the phone and face to face
• Outstanding listening and verbal communication skills, with the ability to identify customer issues or requests.
• Ability to thrive in a sales environment
• Motivated and driven to achieve Sales targets
• Strong IT skills

Location: NORTH ENGLAND

Salary: Excellent Salary Package + High OTE

Package: Car/ Car allowance, Health Cash Plan, Company Bonus Scheme, Career Development Opportunities and Pension

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.