This is a Hybrid role
Role Summary & Purpose
To grow the overall account base by winning new trade accounts developing existing customer relationships to increase depot revenue and proactively managing non-traded accounts across the assigned area. The role is responsible for promoting the brand and driving sales activity through a combination of telephone-based and face-to-face customer engagement. This includes actively identifying new leads converting sales opportunities increasing account spend and reactivating dormant accounts to maximise customer value and depot performance.
Role Dimensions
To grow the account base through field-based activity building relationships to generate leads and surveys through ongoing face to face and telephone contact. You will be the representing the Howdens Brand and local depot using product knowledge to enhance your sales conversations to deliver a seamless service for our new and established account holders.
Key Challenges
You will need to be comfortable working in a team and spending time alone out in the field which will include elements of cold calling. you must be self-disciplined and resilient.
Skills & Abilities
Personal Qualities
What you get from us as aBusiness Developer Representative
About Howdens:
Howdens Joinery is the UKs number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens joinery and hardware.We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europemaking us the first choice for more than 460000 loyal trade professionals.Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn and we have an ambitious growth agenda.
Thereisa strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment.That along with a competitive salary development opportunities and exciting rewards are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdensand why we have been named one of the10 Best Big Companies to Work For.
How to apply:
When you apply you will need to attach a CV.If this is your first time applying for a role with us you will need to activate your account when you apply for this role.Please check your email carefully to ensure that you have completed this step.We are unable to view your application if you have not activated your account.Good luck with your application.
Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process please emailwith the job title and location and we will be happy to help you.
Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciateyourunderstanding.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Find kitchens, joinery & hardware at Howdens. Available for trade from local stock. Hundreds of depots nationwide. Free kitchen design service.