Counter Sales Person
Full time
New Milton, Hampshire, United Kingdom
Competitive
Job Description

<p><b>Join&nbsp;the UK’s&nbsp;Number One Trade Kitchen Supplier&nbsp;&nbsp;</b>&nbsp;</p><p></p><p>Join Howdens as a Counter Sales Warehouse Person and play a key role in the success of your depot. From first conversation to final <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">collection,&nbsp;you’ll&nbsp;build</span> customer relationships on the trade counter while keeping the warehouse <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">organised,&nbsp;accurate&nbsp;and</span> ready to go.</p><p></p><p>You’ll&nbsp;be the first point of contact for our trade customers understanding their needs, offering <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">practical&nbsp;advice&nbsp;and</span> turning conversations into sales. Behind the <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">scenes,&nbsp;you’ll&nbsp;make</span> sure stock is safe, <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">well&nbsp;organised&nbsp;and</span> ready for collection or delivery.&nbsp;</p><p>It’s&nbsp;a hands-on, fast-paced role where everything you do helps deliver a reliable service our trade customers depend on.&nbsp;</p><p></p><p><b>What we can offer you:&nbsp;</b>&nbsp;</p><ul><li><p>Competitive salary, <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">brilliant&nbsp;bonuses&nbsp;and</span> outstanding depot incentives&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Training and ongoing development&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Excellent pension plan with up to 12% company contribution&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Up to 32 days annual leave per year including bank holidays. </p></li><li><p>Holiday entitlement rises with service&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Generous staff discount on Howdens products&nbsp;</p></li><li><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Buy‑as‑you‑earn&nbsp;share</span> scheme&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>40 hour working week &nbsp;</p></li><li><p>No evening, Sunday or Bank Holiday working&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Virtual GP access and wellbeing support for you and your family&nbsp;</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>What we are looking for:&nbsp;</b></p><ul><li><p>A valid forklift licence is desirable.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Experience in a <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">sales,&nbsp;retail&nbsp;or</span> customer service environment&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Motivated by driving sales and delivering excellent customer service.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Able to adapt quickly and manage a varied, fast paced workload.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Confident and friendly communicator who builds strong customer relationships.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Able to clearly explain products and solutions to trade customers.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Good understanding of stock&nbsp;control and health&nbsp;and safety&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Strong attention to detail, especially when handling stock <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">and&nbsp;maintaining&nbsp;accurate&nbsp;records.&nbsp;</span></p></li><li><p>Good <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">literacy,&nbsp;numeracy&nbsp;and</span> time management skills&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>A customer focused approach, with a friendly and professional attitude&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Clear communication and strong organisational and planning skills&nbsp;</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>What you will be doing:&nbsp;</b></p><ul><li><p>Selling the full range of products and services&nbsp;&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Achieving and exceeding individual targets while supporting overall depot performance.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Processing orders, providing pricing and quotations, and managing delivery expectations&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Generating and following up on leads to drive sales&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Supporting the warehouse when needed to keep the depot running smoothly.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Maintaining a safe and compliant environment in line with health and safety standards&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Unloading and checking accuracy of incoming stock deliveries in line with health &amp; safety regulations.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Conducting&nbsp;daily</span> checks on the forklift truck and other mechanical equipment.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Maintaining stock security on outgoing orders and deliveries.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Conducting weekly stock checks.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Rotating stock and keeping the warehouse clean, tidy, and well <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">organised&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p></li><li><p>Supporting deliveries, collections, and general warehouse activity&nbsp;&nbsp;</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>What it’s like to work here:</b></p><ul><li><p>We take pride in getting things right first time for our customers</p></li><li><p>Everyone pulls their weight and supports each other as one team</p></li><li><p>It’s a busy depot, so we keep things simple, work fast and get the job done</p></li><li><p>We all play a part in the depot’s success and share in the team bonus</p></li><li><p>We build trust by doing what we say we will, every day</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>How to apply:&nbsp;</b><br>If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as a&nbsp;Counter Sales&nbsp;Warehouse Person, then we are keen to hear from you.&nbsp;</p><h2><br>&nbsp;</h2><p style="text-align:left"><b>About Howdens:</b><br>Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values.<br>There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. &nbsp;That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens – and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.</p><p style="text-align:left"><br>Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email <span><span><span><span><span class="WKS0"><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">recruitment@howdens.com</span></span></span></span></span></span> with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.</p><p style="text-align:left"><br><i>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. We appreciate your understanding.</i></p><h2><br>&nbsp;</h2><div><p>#LI-LO1 #CVL INDKSD #Reed&nbsp;</p></div>

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