Sales Representative

About Us

We are a rapidly growing wholesale supplier of premium interior surfaces, flooring and tiling essentials, based in Leeds. Our product range includes PVC shower panels, decorative wall cladding, tiling accessories, waterproofing membranes, backer boards, and premium SPC and laminate flooring.

We supply builders' merchants, trade counters, retailers, contractors and professional installers across the region, offering quality products, competitive pricing and reliable service.

As our business continues to expand, we are looking for a motivated, customer-focused Trade Sales Co-ordinator / Field Sales Representative to join our growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded individual who enjoys building customer relationships, developing new business and increasing sales within a fast-paced trade environment.

The Role – Developing Trade Sales Across Yorkshire and the Midlands

Based at our Leeds premises, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with existing customers while identifying and securing new business opportunities across Yorkshire and the Midlands.

The role will involve a combination of field-based customer visits, telephone and email sales, preparing quotations and working closely with our internal sales and warehouse teams to deliver excellent customer service.

We are looking for someone who is proactive, organised and confident dealing with trade professionals, with a genuine interest in growing sales and developing long-term customer relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Field Sales and Business Development

• Visit existing and prospective trade customers, including builders' merchants, tile shops, flooring retailers, contractors and professional installers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing accounts to encourage repeat business and increase sales.
• Identify and approach prospective customers to develop new accounts and expand the company's customer base.
• Promote our range of PVC shower panels, wall cladding, tiling accessories, waterproofing systems, backer boards, SPC flooring and laminate flooring.
• Identify customer needs, recommend suitable products and develop opportunities to increase sales.
• Plan and manage customer visits effectively across your assigned territory.
• Follow up on sales leads, quotations and customer enquiries to maximise conversion rates.

Trade Sales and Customer Service

• Handle incoming trade enquiries by telephone, email and in person.
• Provide prompt, professional and helpful advice to trade customers.
• Proactively contact existing and lapsed accounts to generate repeat business.
• Prepare competitive quotations for trade orders and larger commercial projects.
• Negotiate pricing within agreed guidelines and identify opportunities to increase order values.
• Support sales promotions and other initiatives designed to grow revenue.
• Maintain accurate customer records and report on sales activity, new opportunities and account development.

Product Knowledge and Teamwork

• Develop a strong understanding of our product range and its applications.
• Help customers select suitable products for their projects and requirements.
• Work closely with the internal sales and warehouse teams to coordinate orders, deliveries and customer requirements.
• Build product knowledge through our internal training and ongoing learning.
• Contribute positively to the continued growth and success of the business.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will be commercially minded, customer-focused and motivated to develop sales opportunities.

We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with:

• Previous experience in field sales, B2B sales, internal sales, account management or business development.
• Experience working with builders' merchants, construction materials, tiling products, flooring or other building supplies.
• Knowledge of trade customers, contractors, installers or building materials.
• • A full, valid UK driving licence and the flexibility to travel regularly throughout Yorkshire and the Midlands, including overnight stays away from home for several nights during the working week.
• A proactive approach to identifying opportunities, winning new business and developing existing accounts.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage a territory effectively.
• Confidence using computers, email and sales, stock or order-processing systems.
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a growing team.
• A full, valid UK driving licence, as regular travel throughout the territory will be required.

Don't have experience with all our products? No problem. Full product and systems training will be provided for the right candidate. We value a positive attitude, a willingness to learn and a strong commitment to customer service just as much as industry experience.

Travel and Overnight Stays

This is a field-based sales role covering Yorkshire and the Midlands, with regular travel to visit existing and prospective trade customers.

The successful candidate must be flexible and willing to stay away from home for several nights during the working week when required. Overnight stays will enable you to manage your territory efficiently, maximise customer visits and develop strong relationships with trade customers across the region.

You will be expected to plan your schedule effectively, manage your own territory and make the most of your time on the road.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £26,000–£30,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Performance-related bonus and sales incentives.
• Company car and company mobile phone.
• 28 days' annual leave, including bank holidays, for a full-time employee working five days per week.
• Full product and systems training.
• On-site parking.
• A friendly, supportive and practical working environment.
• The opportunity to develop your sales skills and build long-term customer relationships.
• Genuine opportunities for career progression as the business continues to grow.

How to Apply

If you are enthusiastic about sales, enjoy working with trade customers and want to help grow an ambitious wholesale business, we would love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a brief introduction outlining your relevant experience to [Insert email address].

Start date: As soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so early applications are encouraged.

Pay: £26,000.00-£30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company car
• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person