Sales Manager Leeds, England
Job description
Putting people at the heart of what we do
With more than 180 years’ trading experience, the Howarth Timber Group has grown to provide not only the widest range of products, but expertise, service and knowledge you can rely on.
With a nationwide network of branches supplying timber, building and plumbing and heating materials, kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms and a dedicated manufacturing division supplying timber engineering services, the Howarth Timber Group is focused on providing market leading choice, quality, service and value.
Built on a passion for service and people, we strive to set the highest standards in the quality of our products, in the continuity of supply and in every aspect of customer service and support. Quality products and processes are what drive our passion, but people are central to everything we do and it’s thanks to our loyal workforce that we’ve built a strong and successful business.
What does it mean to be a Howarth Plumbing & Heating Manager?
This exciting new vacancy has arisen at our Leeds branch to lead the Plumbing & Heating Department and involves presenting and selling products skillfully and with confidence to our customers, either over the counter, by phone or by email.
Plumbing & Heating Manager role responsibilities
- Lead an effective Plumbing & Heating department
- Demonstrate a good working knowledge of the full range of P&H products and be able to present products skilfully and with confidence
- Keep up to date with all new P&H product innovation
- Create profitable sales growth
- Manage specific customer pricing terms and be aware of customer credit limits
- Maintain strong working relationship with customers and suppliers
- Collaborate with Branch Manager and branch colleagues to provide outstanding customer service
- Efficiently manage all aspects of P&H stock and stock counts, including slow-moving stock lines and obsolete stock and ensure that related reports are compiled and returned on time
- Merchandising P&H shop floor area, in compliance with Health & Safety policy and procedures at all times
- Invoicing and processing all sales accurately
- Any other duties deemed reasonable within the scope of the job role
What are the requirements to be part of our team?
- Excellent plumbing & heating product knowledge
- Effective communication skills
- Be able to demonstrate a successful sales history
- Experience and good understanding of using all MS Office, particularly Excel
Why choose Howarth Timber & Building Supplies for your next role?
Howarth Timber is a family-owned company valuing all colleagues, with a desire to provide colleague benefits that are truly valuable. Benefits include, but are not limited to:
- Competitive salary
- 31 days’ holiday, inclusive of Statutory Bank Holidays
- Opportunity to buy up to 5 additional days’ holiday per annum or sell up to 3 days’ holiday per annum
- Employee Referral Scheme: an ability to earn £500 for each successful HGV Driver referral
- Length of service awards
- Cycle to work scheme
- Contributory pension scheme
- Company sick pay
- Employee Assistance Programme, (inc 24/7 helpline, remote GP appointments, counselling sessions, legal, debt and life management advice line)
- Benefits Hub (inc discounts on gift cards, travel, cinema tickets, amongst others)
- Colleague Merchant Branch discount
- Opportunity to participate in a volunteering role for one working day per year – fully paid by the Company
- Excellent training and development
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Paid volunteer time
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Leeds: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Plumbing & Heating materials sales: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 05/06/2023
About Howarth Timber Group
Revenue: Unknown / Non-Applicable
Size: 501 to 1000 Employees
Type: Company - Private
Website: group.howarth-timber.co.uk
