Regional Contract Sales Manager

We are looking for a Regional Contract Sales Manager to join our contracts team to cover the Reading / Swindon / Oxford Area.

This role offers a Regional Contract Sales Manager an excellent opportunity to identify new business opportunities in order to promote and sell Howdens kitchens, appliances and accessories to the New Build Developments. The successful candidates must be able to demonstrate a passion for delivering excellent customer service and an exceptional talent for building and securing business relationships.

What will I be doing as a Regional Contract Sales Manager?

• Meeting and surpassing sales targets through developing new and existing contracts
• Making initial contact with potential customers including builders, developers, and housing associations
• Promoting and selling Howdens services and outstanding kitchen ranges, appliances and accessories
• Working closely with the Kitchen CAD designer to produce innovative, creative kitchen solutions to meet the needs of the end user within the restraints of the budget

What do I need to qualify for this role?

• Experience selling into the Construction / New Build Housing Market is essential.
• Kitchen sales is advantageous.
• Business development experience, ideally in construction or trade only environment
• A passion for delivering excellent customer service and an exceptional talent for building and securing business relationships
• Passionate about customer care and building business through trust and recommendations
• Computer literate
• Hold a full driving license
• Anyone with experience working in the kitchen industry is advantageous.

What we can offer you:

• Highly competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Company car, laptop and mobile
• Pension plan (up to 12% employer contributions)
• 25 days rising to 27 days after 5 years’ service and 30 days after 10 years’ service
• Staff discount on Howdens products
• Share awards and prize draws

How to apply

Before you apply, please speak to your manager, so that they are aware of your interest in this role. Please take note that this advert is a summary of the main duties and responsibilities and may be subject to change. If you have any questions or need further support or information, please contact the hiring manager: Arron Turner or Holly Gibbins in the recruitment team.