At a Glance
- Tasks: Be the go-to person for trade customers, providing expert advice and selling solutions.
- Company: Join Howdens, the UK's No1 Trade Kitchen Supplier with a strong team culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, bonuses, generous leave, and a fantastic pension plan.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with great career growth and team success.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by building relationships and helping customers succeed.
- Qualifications: Sales or customer service experience and a friendly, confident communication style.
The predicted salary is between 22000 - 25000 £ per year.
Join the UK’s No1 Trade Kitchen Supplier. Join Howdens as a Trade Counter Salesperson and be the first point of contact for our trade customers, building lasting relationships and ensuring every visit counts. You’ll quickly build product knowledge and confidence, allowing you to offer practical advice and sell solutions that help trade customers get the job done.
What we can offer you:
- Competitive salary, brilliant bonuses and outstanding depot incentives
- Excellent pension plan with up to 12% company contribution
- Up to 32 days annual leave, including bank holidays
- Holiday entitlement rises with service
- Generous staff discount on Howdens products
- Buy‑as‑you‑earn share scheme
- 40 hour working week
- No evening, Sunday or Bank Holiday working
- Virtual GP access and wellbeing support for you and your family
- A strong team culture that genuinely sets us apart
What we’re looking for:
- Experience in a sales, retail or customer service environment
- Motivated by driving sales and delivering excellent customer service
- Able to adapt quickly and manage a varied, fast paced workload
- Confident and friendly communicator who builds strong customer relationships
- Able to clearly explain products and solutions to trade customers
- Team player who confidently contributes to the performance of the depot
What you’ll be doing:
- Delivering great customer service and handling enquiries with confidence and professionalism
- Achieving and exceeding individual targets while supporting overall depot performance
- Selling the full range of products and services face to face and over the phone
- Generating and following up on leads to drive sales
- Processing orders, providing pricing and quotations, and managing delivery expectations
- Supporting the warehouse when needed to keep the depot running smoothly
- Maintaining a safe and compliant environment in line with health and safety standards
What it’s like to work here:
- We take pride in getting things right first time for our customers
- Everyone pulls their weight and supports each other as one team
- It’s a busy depot, so we keep things simple, work fast and get the job done
- We all play a part in the depot’s success and share in the team bonus
- We build trust by doing what we say we will, every day
Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK. We do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time.
Trade Sales Counter Person in Kingston employer: Howdens
Howdens is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture where teamwork and customer satisfaction are at the forefront. With competitive salaries, generous bonuses, and a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, including a robust pension plan and virtual GP access, we ensure our staff feel valued and supported. Our focus on personal growth and development, alongside a rewarding environment that celebrates success, makes Howdens a fantastic place to build a career in trade sales.
