Our Field Based Business Developer is a crucial role within our growing this role you will work to both open new accounts and build lasting relationships with existing account holders. There will be a daily necessity to build strong relationships with both existing and potential new account holders in order to consistently achieve and exceed targets. It is down to our Field Based Business Developers to ensure that their depots account base continues to consistently grow while also working to meet the needs of existing account holders.

You will collaborate with thedepot staff includingKitchen Sales Designersand Depot Managersin ordertoconvert sales ensuring a higher sale per account and more frequent trading is achieved from the account base. You will activelyparticipatein sales meetings chaired by the Lead Sales Representative to Share best demonstrable practices with otherField Based Business Developerin the Area.

This role offers real autonomy and the chance to manage your own diary and workload day to day. You will have responsibility to win new business and grow the depot customer base. There will also be a focus on providing a great service to the customer base working to maximise sales wherever possible.

Skills and attributes you need to be a successfulFiled BasedBusiness Developer

• Influencing and sales skills

• Customer-focused

• Strong communicator

• Results driven
• Ability to Prioritise own workload
• Ability to work well both alone and as part of a team

• Flexible and approachable

• Thrive in fast-paced environments

• Be a Howdens Ambassador

• Full UK driving license

What you get from us as a Field Based Business Developer

• Competitive salary

• Company Vehicle (Hybrid)

• Monthly depot bonusOTE

• Team incentives and outings

• Competitive Pension Plan with a maximum company contribution of 12%.

• Staff discount on Howdens products

• Buy as you earn share scheme

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 Europe making 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 Howdens and 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.