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Lawsons are the largest independent timber, building & fencing merchants in London and the South East of England. Established in 1921 Lawsons now have a number of branches offering the complete range of building materials.

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External Sales Rep - Colney Heath

Lawsons are looking to recruit an Experienced External Sales Representative to cover the Colney Heath, Herts area and to look after our North London Loft customers.

This is a full time, permanent role.

All applicants must have a current full Driving Licence

 

As a Sales Representative, you will contribute to the sales and margin targets of the branch and will provide a high standard of customer service.

Key Task Requirements

  • Contribute to the sales and margin targets of the branch and meet KPI targets.
  • Continually projecting and promoting the company image of service and quality.
  • Develop and maintain productive and profitable customer relationships.
  • Skilful negotiating at all levels to promote and secure sales.
  • Dealing with queries and complaints effectively and pleasantly.
  • Act as the link between your branch and your customers.
  • Provide or arrange technical advice when requested.
  • Take specific responsibilities for administrative paperwork.

The Job Package

  • Competitive Salary
  • 22 Days Annual leave (plus bank Holidays)
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Death in Service Benefit
  • Employee Assisted Programme
  • Staff Discount
  • Staff Uniform
  • Additional Staff Benefits and Training

Key Skill Requirements

  • Full Driving Licence
  • Commercially and financially aware.
  • Previous sales experience.
  • Confidence to “Cold Call” on prospective customers.
  • Excellent communication and “people skills”.
  • Ensure that customer requests are carried out promptly and accurately.
  • Setting a positive example in customer service principles and practice.
  • Relates to co-workers in a supportive manner.
  • Prepared to develop a knowledge of the company and its products.
  • Good planning and organisational skills.
  • The ability to work under pressure.
  • Good IT, literacy and administration skills.
  • Team Player.

Additional training will be provided

If you feel that you are suitably qualified and have the skills and attributes necessary to help take the business forward in this role, then please apply in writing to hr@lawsons.co.uk

 

Closing date for applications – Tuesday 29th August 2017