Job Description

Sales Negotiator

Witham

Permanent - Full Time

An exciting opportunity for a Sales Negotiator has become available at our Witham branch, providing excellent customer service skills to our trade and retail customers.

Person & Skills

The successful candidates should be self-motivated, enthusiastic and have extensive Construction Industry knowledge with experience in selling Heavyside building materials, as well as a proven sales track record and the ability to converse and negotiate at all levels.

Key tasks will include

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Ensuring accuracy and professionalism at all times Building and improving trading relationships with customers / suppliers Selling building materials profitability to trade and retail Ensuring the highest standards of service to the customer Showing awareness for all new sales opportunities Providing support for new accounts Responding to website enquiries Excellent telephone manner

About Us

With over a century of experience in the construction industry, we're proud to be one of the UK's largest independent builders' merchants. Our network of branches across the Midlands and South-East offer a wide range of building materials and expert advice to everyone from national housebuilders to local tradespeople and DIY enthusiasts. Whether it's bricks and blocks, timber, landscaping supplies, or specialist products, we deliver with reliability and care. Our knowledgeable staff, responsive service and strong supply partnerships ensure our customers can depend on us to keep their projects moving forward.

We have a deep-rooted commitment to our people and communities, and giving back is core to who we are. Each year we donate a portion of our profits to the EH Smith Charitable Trust, supporting local charities and not-for-profit organisations that make a real difference in the communities we serve.

Our People

At the heart of our business are our colleagues, and that's why we champion a people-first culture that is caring, respectful and genuinely supportive. We prioritise our colleagues' well-being and growth, fostering a culture where individuals feel valued, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.

We believe that learning never stops, and so we actively invest in the development of our colleagues, providing opportunities to grow and thrive in an inclusive, positive environment. Whether someone is just starting their journey with us or looking to take the next step, we provide the tools, encouragement, and opportunities to help them grow and thrive.

Benefits

A competitive basic salary Company pension scheme 23 days' paid holiday + 8 paid Bank Holidays Life Assurance Scheme Company Profit Share Bonus (dependant on company performance) Health Cash Plan - Salary Sacrifice Company workwear/PPE provided Employee Assistance Programme
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company pension Health & wellbeing programme Referral programme
Ability to commute/relocate:

Witham CM8 2PF: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Have you applied for a job at EH Smith previously? Have you had an interview with EH Smith previously? Have you worked for EH Smith previously?
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person