Field Based Business Developer - Kilmarnock & Cumnock

Field Based Business Developer 

Howdens is the UK’s number one Trade Only Kitchen and Joinery supplier, and we have BIG plans for the future! 

As our business continues to grow, we are on the lookout for a Field Based Business Developers to join our hardworking team to further develop the relationships we have with the tradespeople in the area. Our Field Based Business Developers are responsible for meeting with the tradespeople in the area face to face to develop a long-lasting relationship whilst selling all the wonderful benefits of having a Howdens account!  

The Role. 

Our Field Based Business Developers are vital for our business to grow! You will need to build strong relationships with existing and potential new account holders to gain new accounts through a variety of methods in order to achieve and exceed targets. It is down to our Field Based Business Developers to ensure that the account base across each of the depots continues to consistently grow and give new customers a full understanding of the Howdens model and how this benefits them.  

You will collaborate with the Business Developers and Designers to convert sales, ensuring that a higher sale per account and more frequent trading is achieved from the account base. You will actively participate in sales meetings chaired by the Lead Field Based Business Developer to Share best demonstrable practice with other Field Based Business Developers in the Area 

Our Field Based Business Developers have a lot of autonomy within the role. You will be seeking new business opportunities the business where you see fit whilst organising your own diary to develop the customer base in each depot within the territory. 

What we need from you. 

• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels. 
• You must have proven influencing and sales skills. 
• Must be customer focused and commercially astute. 
• You will be results driven. 
• Able to plan and organise your own workload.  
• Be flexible and approachable. 
• Be an ambassador for Howdens. 
• Must hold a driving licence (a Company vehicle will be provided for you to carry out this role) 

What’s in it for you. 

In return for your hard work and commitment you will be rewarded with some great benefits, which include: 

• Competitive salary 
• Company Vehicle – Hybrid/Electric Car 
• Monday-Friday – NO WEEKENDS! 
• Monthly depot performance bonus 
• Matched contribution pension scheme  
• Team incentives and outings 
• 24 days holiday, rising to 26 days after 5 years 
• Staff discount on Howdens products  
• Share awards and prize draws 

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 800 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals.   Last year our sales reached circa 2.1bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda.  

There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment.  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. 

We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment, and 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 recruitmentteam@howdens.com with the vacancy reference number and we will be happy to help you.