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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
