Job Description

Company Description

Mike England Timber Co. Ltd.

About Us

Mike England Timber Company is an independent timber merchant based in Hoghton Preston, which has been operating since 1969. We supply UK based builders, construction companies, builders' merchants, DIY outlets and timber suppliers with a wide variety of premium quality certified timber. We only source our timber from sustainable well managed European forests. Our goal is to ensure we provide our customers with the best quality timber whilst also maintaining a strong environmental ethos.

Our specialist machining and timber coatings experience, means that we are uniquely positioned to offer a wide range of bespoke services, allowing to produce any quantity of timber to best suit customer requirements. Our continued commitment to customer care guarantees a service that is both effective and efficient. Feel free to visit our website and see what we're all about. Mike England Timber - Over 50 years of premium timber supply.

Role Overview

We are looking for an office-based internal sales representative to join our team.You will play a key role in building customers relationships, driving sales growth, and supporting the rest of the sales team. The role will also involve using our IT systems where you will enter sales orders, as well as track sales and margin performance against monthly targets.

Key Responsibilities

Account Management:

Build, maintain, and grow existing customer accounts to drive repeat business.

Lead Generation:

Identify potential new customers, generate leads, and convert them into sales opportunities.

Product Knowledge:

Develop a strong understanding of our products and services to effectively communicate benefits and features to customers.

Market & Competitor Awareness:

Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs, to help shape and refine sales strategies.

System Administration:

Enter customer orders onto our IT systems.

Skills & Experience

Experience in a sales role would be advantageous but not essential. An understanding of timber products is essential. Strong communication skills. Ability to work well within a team and assist in different areas when necessary. Familiarity with IT systems and sales reporting. Familiarity with basic Microsoft applications such as Outlook, Word and Excel.

What we offer

Competitive Salary

Supportive team environment

Company training

Private Pension Plan

28 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays with additional days given for long service awards.

Working hours: 8am-5pm Monday - Thursday, 8am-4pm on Friday

Apply now by sending you CV to accounts@mikeenglandtimber.co.uk. We look forward to receiving your application.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 28,000.00-35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Preston PR5 0DR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Sales: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person