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Internal Sales – Electrical Wholesale

One of the biggest names in the electrical wholesale industry is looking for a motivated Internal Sales / Branch Assistant to join their growing team in Shrewsbury. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where you can make an impact and build strong business relationships.You'll be joining a successful electrical wholesaler who already employs over 3,200 people across hundreds of UK locations. With an annual turnover exceeding £1.5 billion, they're a company that continues to grow through acquisitions and the high-quality service they provide to their clients. They pride themselves on building long-lasting relationships with their customers, suppliers and employees.ResponsibilitiesIn this Internal Sales / Branch Assistant role, you will: Receive tailored training Provide excellent service to the branch's customer base Represent the business in a confident and professional manner Communicate effectively with different departments within the business Advise customers on the best solution available to meet their requirements over the trade counter and phone Assist on the trade counter when required…

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Plumbers Merchant Trainee

One of the UK's largest plumbing and heating merchants is looking for a motivated Plumbers Merchant Trainee to join their team in Rochdale. This is an exciting opportunity to get to know how a successful business works, gain experience in various areas and build a career in a path that suits your strengths.Role ResponsibilitiesAs a Plumbers Merchant Trainee, you will: Receive ongoing training in various departments within the business including internal sales, trade counter, warehouse, customer deliveries Advise customers on the best solution available to meet their requirements over the trade counter and phone Make deliveries in the local area Ensure the achievement of set targets and objectives Represent the business in a confident and professional manner Get involved in project work RewardsYou will receive: A starting salary between £21,000 - £27,000 A lucrative uncapped bonus, linked to your performance and that of the branch Mentoring and support from an experienced manager Opportunities to progress in to a range of different roles Optional membership of…

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Plumbers Merchant Trainee

One of the UK's largest plumbing and heating merchants is looking for a motivated Plumbers Merchant Trainee to join their team in Ancoats, Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where you can make an impact and build strong business relationships with trade and wholesale customers.You'll be joining a successful business that had record sales last year and they are looking to continue to build on this success. Given its great location, there is excellent potential for business growth.Role ResponsibilitiesAs a Plumbers Merchant Trainee, you will: Receive ongoing training in various departments within the business Develop and maintain excellent relationships with suppliers and trade and wholesale clients Advise customers on the best solution available to meet their requirements over the trade counter and phone Make proactive calls and be able to spot opportunities to grow the business Ensure the achievement of set targets and objectives Represent the business in a confident and professional manner Get involved in project work RewardsYou…

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Area Sales Manager – Electrical Test Equipment

A market-leading group of electrical products companies is looking for a dynamic Area Sales Manager to build and manage relationships with B2B customers across the North of England. In this role, you'll be dividing your time between developing existing accounts and winning new customers across the area.ResponsibilitiesYou'll be joining a leading player in the supply, repair and calibration of electrical test equipment across the UK. Despite their established position within their marketplace and year on year growth, the business has ambitious plans for expansion through organic growth, acquisitions and the support of their £1 billion turnover group.As an Area Sales Manager, you will: Complete an initial training period (2-4 weeks) at the company's Head Office in Staffordshire Develop and build on relationships with new and existing customers in the North of England Ensure the achievement of set targets and objectives Present, communicate and sell to all levels of a varied and growing customer base - key sectors include electrical contractors, local government, healthcare and manufacturing…

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Area Sales Manager – Electrical Wholesale Distributor

A market-leading £1 billion UK distribution group is looking for a motivated Area Sales Manager to join their dynamic Enfield team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment where you can make an impact and build strong B2B relationships.You'll be joining a leading super distributor of electrical products belonging to a global group of companies who employ over 1,700 people throughout the UK. With year-on-year growth, they are a long-established business with a fantastic reputation and are a key supplier to the UK electrical wholesale market.Role ResponsibilitiesAs an Area Sales Manager, your responsibilities will include: Being at the forefront of representing the business by both winning new business and growing existing accounts Meeting sales targets and increasing the profitability of the business Presenting, communicating and negotiating with a wide range of customers Managing your customer accounts and diary RewardsAs an Area Sales Manager, you will receive: A starting salary between £30,000 - £35,000 (negotiable depending on experience) An uncapped profit…

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Product Supply Manager

A leading B2B distributor of heating and plumbing products is looking for a commercially-minded Product Supply Manager to lead their Supplier Relations team. This role provides an excellent opportunity to make an impact and shape the multi-site purchasing and inbound supply teams.You will be joining a professional, ambitious and growing distribution business that offers excellent career prospects and rewards as part of a larger £1 billion turnover group of companies.Role Responsibilities The Supplier Relations team's overall responsibility is to develop and manage relationships with the business' supplier base. This includes cost price negotiations, margin enhancement, product ranging and NPD, purchasing incentives and promotional support as well as providing the wider business with an understanding of category performance. This role will form an important part of the Supplier Relations Team whilst learning about the broader business. As Product Supply Manager, your responsibilities will include: Leading a team of 6 people split across 3 sites who review sales activity and plan and place purchase orders Co-ordinating the…

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Business Development Manager – Industrial Electrical

One of the UK's leading industrial electrical wholesalers is looking for a proactive and results-focused Business Development Manager to manage existing customers and grow new business in the Greater Manchester area. You'll initially be based out of an existing business within the group with the aim of opening your very own branch and progressing to a Branch Manager position in the near future.You'll be working for an impressive £1.5 billion group of distribution businesses who continue to grow through the high-quality service they provide alongside quality, branded products. They have an enviable supplier network and have built a fantastic reputation for themselves within their industry. The business offers excellent progression opportunities and promotes a culture of autonomy and financial rewards for success.Role ResponsibilitiesThe business is looking for an ambitious, outgoing and proactive Business Development Manager based in the Trafford Park area. You should be an experienced salesperson (ideally from an electrical, industrial, or mechanical product background) with a strong ability to capitalise on opportunities to…

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General Manager – Industrial Products

One of the UK's leading industrial electrical wholesalers is looking for a proactive and results-focused General Manager to open a new branch in Swansea. You'll be working for an impressive £1.5 billion group of distribution businesses that continue to grow through the high-quality service they provide alongside quality, branded products. They have an enviable supplier network and have built a fantastic reputation for themselves within their industry. The business offers excellent progression opportunities and promotes a culture of autonomy and financial rewards for success.The OpportunityAs a General Manager, you will: Have full autonomy and be responsible for the running of the entire business, including full P&L, managing and mentoring employees, driving sales, marketing, logistics and purchasing Develop and maintain relationships with both new and some existing customers Ensure the achievement of your set targets and objectives Drive sales growth and company performance Be at the forefront of representing and growing your business RequirementsTo be successful in this role, you should have: B2B sales and management…

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Key Account Telesales

One of the biggest names in the electrical wholesale industry is looking for a confident Key Account Telesales Person to join their team in Warwick. You'll be at the forefront of maintaining and also building strong relationships with customers over the phone and be an important part of an ever growing, market-leading business.This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful electrical wholesaler who already employs over 3,200 people across hundreds of UK locations. With an annual turnover exceeding £1.5 billion, they're a company that continues to grow through acquisitions and the high-quality service they provide to their clients. They pride themselves on building long-lasting relationships with their customers, suppliers and employees.Role ResponsibilitiesAs a Key Account Telesales Person, your responsibilities will include: Developing and maintaining excellent relationships with key clients Making proactive calls and setting up sales meetings Communicating effectively with different departments within the business Being organised and documenting interactions with clients RewardsYou will receive: A starting salary of £25,000 - £34,000 An uncapped…

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General Manager – Industrial Products

One of the UK's leading industrial electrical wholesalers is looking for a proactive and results-focused General Manager to open a new branch in Sheffield. You'll be working for an impressive £1.5 billion group of distribution businesses that continue to grow through the high-quality service they provide alongside quality, branded products. They have an enviable supplier network and have built a fantastic reputation for themselves within their industry. The business offers excellent progression opportunities and promotes a culture of autonomy and financial rewards for success.The OpportunityAs a General Manager, you will: Have full autonomy and be responsible for the running of the entire business, including full P&L, managing and mentoring employees, driving sales, marketing, logistics and purchasing Develop and maintain relationships with both new and some existing customers Ensure the achievement of your set targets and objectives Drive sales growth and company performance Be at the forefront of representing and growing your business RequirementsTo be successful in this role, you should have: B2B sales and management…

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Assistant Manager – Plumbing & Heating

One of the UK's largest plumbing and heating merchants is looking for a proactive Assistant Manager to join their successful and growing team in Stockport. This is an exciting and varied role where you will be overseeing the day-to-day running of the branch.Role ResponsibilitiesThe business' Stockport branch continues to go from strength to strength since opening a couple of years ago. The business' region, and as a whole, had record sales last year and they are looking to continue to build on this success.As an Assistant Manager, your responsibilities will include: Providing support to the Branch Manager with running all of the business internal functions Being involved in buying, internal sales and trade counter sales, as well as ensuring the branch and staff members are operating effectively at all times Driving sales growth and company performance Spotting and capitalising on new business opportunities Helping to secure the business' reputation as a supplier of choice RewardsAs an Assistant Manager, you will receive: Starting salary between £28,000…

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Assistant Manager – Electrical Wholesale Supplier

A market-leading £1 billion UK distribution group is looking for a proactive Assistant Manager to join their successful team in Enfield. This is an exciting and varied role where you will be overseeing the day-to-day running of the business.You'll be joining a leading super distributor of electrical products belonging to a global group of companies who employ over 1,700 people throughout the UK. With year-on-year growth, they are a long-established business with a fantastic reputation and are a key supplier to the UK electrical wholesale market.Role ResponsibilitiesAs an Assistant Manager, your responsibilities will include: Providing support to the Branch Manager with running all of the business' internal functions Being involved in and overseeing the buying, internal sales and administration departments as well as ensuring the branch and staff members are operating effectively at all times Driving sales growth and company performance through the work of both yourself and team Helping in continuing to secure the business' reputation as the supplier of choice RewardsAs an Assistant…

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External Sales – Electrical Wholesale

One of the biggest names in the electrical wholesale industry is looking for a motivated External Salesperson to join their team in Kidderminster. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a busy environment where you can make an impact and build strong business relationships.You'll be joining a successful electrical wholesaler who already employs over 4,500 people across hundreds of UK locations. With an annual turnover exceeding £1.4 billion, they're a company that continues to grow through acquisitions and the high-quality service they provide to their clients. They pride themselves on building long-lasting relationships with their customers, suppliers and employees.Role ResponsibilitiesAs an External Salesperson, your responsibilities will include: Developing and maintaining excellent relationships with clients and suppliers Being at the forefront of representing the business by both winning new business and growing existing accounts Ensuring the achievement of set targets and objectives Communicating effectively with different departments within the business Advising clients on the best solution available to meet their requirements RewardsYou will receive: A…

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Internal Sales – Plumbing & Heating

One of the UK's largest plumbing and heating merchants is looking for a motivated Internal Salesperson to join their team in Chester. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where you can make an impact and build strong business relationships.You'll be joining a successful business that had record sales last year and they are looking to continue to build on this success. Given its great location, there is excellent potential for business growth. Role ResponsibilitiesAs an Internal Sales Executive, your responsibilities will include: Developing and maintaining excellent relationships with suppliers and clients Making proactive calls and be able to spot opportunities to grow the business Advising customers on the best solution available to meet their requirements over the trade counter and phone Ensuring the achievement of set targets and objectives Representing the business in a confident and professional manner Getting involved in project work, for example, for new buildings and city centre apartments Working towards expanding the branch's bathroom display department…

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Accounts Assistant

A growing distribution business is looking for a well organised Accounts Assistant to join their sociable team at their central hub office in Coalville. This is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career within a major UK group of specialist distributors. The group have a fantastic reputation for developing trainee talent offering tailored training programmes, great rewards and opportunities to achieve career goals.Role ResponsibilitiesAs an Accounts Assistant, your responsibilities will include: Preparing and processing supplier invoices Checking and raising customer invoices and credit notes Checking and approving timesheets Entering daily sales figures onto the company's system Assisting with end of month procedures within the department Dealing with invoicing queries from customers and suppliers over the phone and by email Liaising with the credit control team at the group's Head Office RewardsAs an Accounts Assistant, you will receive: A starting salary of £20,000 - £21,000 Annual bonus - uncapped potential Tailored training and personal mentoring Optional membership to the company's pension scheme A fun and…

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Sales Assistant – Plumbing & Heating

One of the UK's largest plumbing and heating merchants is looking for a motivated Sales Assistant to join their team in Altrincham. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where you'll have a varied role working across multiple departments within the business.You'll be joining a successful business that had record sales last year and they are looking to continue to build on this success. Given its great location, there is excellent potential for business growth.Role ResponsibilitiesAs a Sales Assistant, your responsibilities will include: Developing and maintaining excellent relationships with suppliers and clients Advising customers on the best solution available to meet their requirements over the trade counter and phone Making proactive calls and spotting opportunities to grow the business Representing the business in a confident and professional manner Getting involved in project work Assisting multiple departments within the business as required RewardsYou will receive: A starting salary between £24,000 - £32,000 (depending on experience) A lucrative uncapped bonus, linked to your…

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Internal Sales – Plumbing & Heating

One of the UK's largest plumbing and heating merchants is looking for a motivated Internal Salesperson to join their team in Ancoats, Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where you can make an impact and build strong business relationships.You'll be joining a successful business that had record sales last year and they are looking to continue to build on this success. Given its location within a thriving city, there is excellent potential for business growth. Role ResponsibilitiesAs an Internal Sales Executive, your responsibilities will include: Developing and maintaining excellent relationships with suppliers and clients - with a particular focus on commercial clients Making proactive calls and be able to spot opportunities to grow the business Advising customers on the best solution available to meet their requirements over the trade counter and phone Ensuring the achievement of set targets and objectives Representing the business in a confident and professional manner Getting involved in project work, for example, for new buildings…

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Business Development Manager – Industrial Electrical

One of the UK's leading industrial electrical wholesalers is looking for a proactive and results-focused Business Development Manager to manage existing customers and grow new business in the Norwich area. You'll initially be based out of an existing business within the group with the aim of opening your very own branch and progressing to a Branch Manager position in the near future.You'll be working for an impressive £1.5 billion group of distribution businesses who continue to grow through the high-quality service they provide alongside quality, branded products. They have an enviable supplier network and have built a fantastic reputation for themselves within their industry. The business offers excellent progression opportunities and promotes a culture of autonomy and financial rewards for success.Role ResponsibilitiesThe business is looking for an ambitious, outgoing and proactive Business Development Manager based in the Norwich area. You should be an experienced salesperson (ideally from an electrical, industrial, or mechanical product background) with a strong ability to capitalise on opportunities to maximise profitability.As…

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Area Sales Manager – Industrial Electrical

One of the UK's leading industrial electrical wholesalers is looking for a proactive and results-focused Area Sales Manager to manage existing customers and grow new business in the Greater Manchester area. You'll initially be based out of an existing business within the group with the aim of opening your very own branch and progressing to a Branch Manager position in the near future.You'll be working for an impressive £1.5 billion group of distribution businesses who continue to grow through the high-quality service they provide alongside quality, branded products. They have an enviable supplier network and have built a fantastic reputation for themselves within their industry. The business offers excellent progression opportunities and promotes a culture of autonomy and financial rewards for success.Role ResponsibilitiesThe business is looking for an ambitious, outgoing and proactive Area Sales Manager based in the Trafford Park area. You should be an experienced salesperson (ideally from an electrical, industrial, or mechanical product background) with a strong ability to capitalise on opportunities to…

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Area Sales Manager – Electrical Test Equipment

A market-leading group of electrical products companies is looking for a dynamic Area Sales Manager to build and manage relationships with B2B customers across the North of England. In this role, you'll be dividing your time between developing existing accounts and winning new customers across the area.ResponsibilitiesYou'll be joining a leading player in the supply, repair and calibration of electrical test equipment across the UK. Despite their established position within their marketplace and year on year growth, the business has ambitious plans for expansion through organic growth, acquisitions and the support of their £1 billion turnover group.As an Area Sales Manager, you will: Complete an initial training period (2-4 weeks) at the company's Head Office in Staffordshire Develop and build on relationships with new and existing customers in the North of England Ensure the achievement of set targets and objectives Present, communicate and sell to all levels of a varied and growing customer base - key sectors include electrical contractors, local government, healthcare and manufacturing…

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