At a Glance
- Tasks: Build relationships and drive sales in a dynamic team environment.
- Company: Join James Latham, a leading family-run timber distributor since 1757.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonuses, health plan, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Opportunities to visit suppliers and grow your career.
- Why this job: Be part of a supportive culture focused on growth and success.
- Qualifications: Ambitious, organised, and passionate about customer service.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
James Latham is one of the UK’s leading independent distributors of timber, panels, and decorative surfaces. Established in 1757, we are a long-standing family business built on strong relationships, quality products, and exceptional people. Many of our employees stay with the company for decades, and in a recent staff survey, 86% said they would recommend James Latham as a great place to work. We believe that says a lot about our culture.
We are now looking for a motivated and commercially driven Sales Executive to join our successful Eurocentral team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships, spotting opportunities, and developing business within a fast‑moving and supportive sales environment.
What The Role Involves
As part of our internal panel sales team, you’ll be responsible for developing and growing sales across our panel and decorative product ranges, working with both existing customers and new business opportunities.
You Will
- Build strong customer relationships and deliver excellent service
- Negotiate pricing and manage profitable deals growing sales and margin
- Work closely with suppliers and internal departments
- Manage sales administration and order processing
- Use systems and technology to improve efficiency and customer experience
- Contribute towards achieving and exceeding sales targets
Experience within timber and panel sales would be advantageous, but more importantly we are looking for someone with the right attitude, energy and desire to develop.
What We’re Looking For
- Ambitious, motivated and commercially aware
- Confident communicating with customers and suppliers
- Organised and capable of managing their own workload
- Comfortable working within a team environment
- IT literate with strong attention to detail
- Passionate about delivering excellent customer service
Why join James Latham?
At Latham’s, we invest in our people. You’ll be joining a supportive and experienced team within a modern working environment, with genuine opportunities for development and progression. The Eurocentral team has a strong, supportive culture with a real focus on development, collaboration and rewarding success.
We Offer
- Competitive salary to be discussed
- Yearly bonus opportunities
- Up to 7.5% matched pension contributions
- Health Cash Plan and Life assurance
- Ongoing training and career development
- Possible opportunities to visit suppliers across the UK and abroad
You’ll also be part of a business that continues to grow, innovate, and invest in new products and new ways of serving customers.
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