We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Sales Advisor in our Cheadle (SK8 5QY) branch!
At Jewson, part of Stark UK, we believe that our greatest asset is our people! We're not just a team; we’re a vibrant community driven by decency, passion, and pride in everything we do. We are committed to creating a dynamic workplace where everyone can thrive and unleash their full potential. If you’re looking for a place where your ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated, you’ve found your home!
Details
This is a full-time role working Monday-Friday 7.00am - 4.30pm, and every other Saturday from 8.00am - 12.00pm.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Build and maintain strong long-term relationships with customers to identify current and future needs, with particular focus on onboarding new accounts
- Provide expert advice and tailored solutions With particular attention to cross-selling products and services such as Project Estimator and Tool Hire
- Consistently deliver quick and responsive service by providing prompt quotes and proactively following up on leads to drive sales conversions
- Instigate and support business initiatives, promotions and campaigns to increase sales, margin & service, including cold calling lapsed or potential customers to generate new business
- Liaise and build strong relationships with external sales team to deepen understanding of local market and customer needs
- Take full accountability for every sale from start to finish, taking every opportunity to exceed expectations within the customer journey understand our approach to pricing and seek out ways to maximise margin in a credible way
- Continually develop your knowledge of core and specialist product lines to meet customer needs and support the wider branch team on more complex queries and solutions
- Foster and maintain constructive and collaborative relationships with suppliers, identifying and maximising on beneficial trading opportunities
- Be confident in using our systems to ensure transactions and processes, including key admin activities, are carried out with high degree of accuracy and CRM systems are kept accurate and up to date
- Maximise our technology solutions to deliver great levels of communication and service
- Develop skills so you can multi-task and be deployed across all areas of the branch, carrying out reasonable activities & providing excellent branch standards as requested
- Adhere to all company practice and policy. especially in relation to health and safety, compliance and business controls
What We’re Looking For
Enthusiasm - Positivity and unyielding passion for the merchant world.
Decency – Honesty, integrity, and mutual respect
Team Spirit - A genuine desire to help others, working collaboratively and achieving results together.
Pride - Dedication in producing top-notch results.
What’s in it for you
- Competitive Basic Salary
- Performance Related Bonus
- 34 days holiday per year
- Retirement Savings Plan (Pension) – with Legal & General
- Life Assurance - From your first day of employment with us you are automatically covered for a lump-sum death in service benefit of 2 x your basic salary. However, if you join the STARK Building Materials Retirement Savings Plan (including if you are automatically enrolled) and contribute a minimum of 4% of your Pensionable Earnings, your lump sum death in service benefit will be increased to 4 x your Pensionable Earnings.
- Work Perks – A platform home to hundreds of all your favourite high street and online discounts via the provider Reward Gateway
- Aviva Digicare+ Workplace App (Access to a digital GP, second medical opinions, Mental Health consultation, bereavement service, nutritional consultation)
- Voluntary company benefits such as Car Salary Sacrifice scheme with VWFS, Cycle2Work, Benenden Healthcare, Critical Illness Cover
- Refer a Friend scheme
- Wellbeing Centre via Work Perks
Why Choose Us?
Quality - We’re unwavering in our commitment to providing outstanding products and service that exceed our customers’ expectations.
Supportive Environment - Join a culture that prioritises your growth, with the resources and support you need to excel. We listen and learn – we know we haven’t always got all the answers – listening and learning with you is what helps provide the best service to our customers.
Professional Development - We are invested in your success! Can we add this instead? You have a real chance to progress- the only limits are your own Explore our apprenticeships, training, and mentoring programs designed to elevate your career.
Great Benefits - Enjoy a compelling package that includes a competitive salary, bonuses, pension schemes, and life assurance, among many other perks!
What's Next
If your application is successful, our Talent team will reach out to arrange an interview and answer any questions you may have. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to ensure you can perform at your best throughout the application and interview process.
Are you ready to elevate your career and join a team that is passionate about delivering exceptional service? We can’t wait to hear from you!
Skills Required
- Enthusiasm, positivity, and passion for the merchant industry
- Honesty, integrity, and mutual respect
- Ability to work collaboratively and support team results
- Dedication to producing high-quality results
- Ability to provide excellent customer service and build strong relationships
- Ability to use company systems and maintain accurate CRM records
- Ability to work Monday through Friday and every other Saturday
What We Do
STARK is one of the United Kingdom's largest retailers and distributors of building and construction materials. The company serves as a preferred local partner for professional builders, offering a wide array of building materials, specialized services, and expert advice to support construction projects across the region.
