Career Opportunity

Telephone Sales – Leeds

Job description

We are looking for an experienced internal salesperson within our Leeds branch. This position requires candidates with experience within wholesale industry – Such as Electrical Wholesalers, Plumbing Merchants, Hardware Shops or Builders Merchants.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the ability to work within a small team in a fast-paced office environment. Key duties include dealing with customer enquiries and orders, supplier liaison, stock control and proactive sales activities.

This position is ideally suited to candidates with experience within the Electrical Wholesale industry, however individuals who are looking for progression from their current roles will also be considered.

The position offers an excellent opportunity for career progression in an established and respected independent wholesaler operating from 62 branches throughout the country.

Duties:

• Processing quotations & sales orders for customers.
• Workings closely with a large customer base, ensuring orders are completed accurately.
• To increase the turnover and profit of the branch through the development of both existing and new customer accounts.
• Assist on the trade counter and incoming telephone calls.
• To assist with the smooth running of the branch in the absence of the Manager.
• Assist with managing stock levels and ordering stock from manufactures.

Ideal person:

• At least 2 years experience in a similar role (Wholesale or trade merchant)
• Punctual & excellent time management
• High attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Confident telephone manner & team player
• Fluency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Good IT skills and quick to learn new systems

Package:

• Attractive base salary (Negotiable based on experience)
• Pension scheme
• Bonus scheme
• Generous 25 day holiday entitlement + bank holidays

Job Type:

Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Work Location: 

In person, Unit 4 Stadium Way, Beeston, Leeds LS11 0EW

To Apply:

Email your CV & cover letter to leeds.manager@eegroup.co.uk

Reference ID: 

North West - Leeds – Telephone Sales