Vacancy No 5209

Job Title SENIOR SALES EXECUTIVE – TIMBER

Job Description

Due to internal promotion our client is seeking a Senior Sales Executive. Ideally you would be experienced selling Timber / Timber Products or have worked in the Builders / Timber Merchant sector it would also be an advantage to have a good understanding of the construction sector. This position is for an experienced individual that has the ability to establish & build relationships at both site and buyer level.

Reporting to: MANAGING DIRECTOR

The company has been a trusted supply chain partner in the UK construction industry for over 50 years and working along with the sales team you will be promoting the companies Timber & Timber Products to exciting sectors including Timber Engineering Companies, Builder & Timber Merchants.

Key Responsibilities as Senior Sales Executive

* To develop both new & existing clients

* Negotiate purchasing prices with suppliers

* Quoting and costing customer requirements

* Understanding customer needs and requirements, research accounts, identify key players

* Maintain & expand your data base

* Seeking out active sites and making the necessary contacts and winning enquiries & ultimately the business

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required as Senior Sales Executive

* Proven experience in sales / sales admin role

* Experience within the building supply trade essential

* General Construction knowledge essential & knowledge of the Construction sector

* Self motivated with the ability to work with a minimum of supervision

* Confident and professional telephone manner

* Effective communication skills

* Customer focused with sound commercial skills.

* Good IT skills & PC literate and experience with Microsoft Outlook

Location/Area SOUTH EAST

Salary Competitive remuneration package