At a Glance
- Tasks: Build strong relationships with trade customers and identify upselling opportunities.
- Company: Join Howdens, the UK's leading trade kitchen supplier with a vibrant team culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, monthly bonuses, and generous holiday allowance.
- Other info: Great career growth opportunities and team outings await you!
- Why this job: Make an impact in a fast-paced environment while developing your sales skills.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a passion for customer service are essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
As a Business Developer, you will build strong relationships with new and existing trade customers. You will contact trade customers daily via telephone and email, identify upselling opportunities and deliver exceptional customer service. You will provide administrative support to the depot, collaborating closely with Kitchen Sales Designers and Territory Sales Representatives to arrange appointments and fuel lead generation. Your proactive attitude and attention to detail will contribute to efficient depot operations, enabling the team to reach and exceed targets.
Skills and attributes
- Customer service
- Thrives in fast-paced environments
- Strong communicator
- Sales-focused
- Prioritisation and organisational skills
- Curious learner
Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Monthly depot bonus
- Team incentives and outings
- Competitive pension plan with a maximum company contribution of 12%
- 24 days holiday, rising to 26 days after 5 years
- Staff discount on Howdens products
- Buy‑as‑you‑earn share scheme
About Howdens
Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier, providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe, serving more than 460,000 trade professionals. Last year our sales reached about 2.3bn, and we remain focused on growth.
Equal Opportunity
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.
Business Developer in Woolwich employer: Howdens
Howdens Joinery is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where Business Developers can thrive. With competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and a strong focus on employee growth through team incentives and outings, we foster a culture of collaboration and success. Our commitment to providing a supportive atmosphere, alongside unique benefits like a buy-as-you-earn share scheme, makes Howdens an attractive place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the trade kitchen sector.
