Contract Sales Assistant

Graham Plumbers' Merchant; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading plumbing supplier in the UK seeks a full-time Contract Sales Assistant in Ipswich. In this role, you will support sales operations, offer exceptional customer service, manage inquiries, process orders, and maintain client relationships. Strong interpersonal skills, sales expertise, and organizational abilities are essential. Experience in the plumbing or building supplies industry is advantageous. Join a dynamic team and contribute to our commitment to quality service.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills for client relationship building.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Sales expertise with a proactive emphasis on targets.
• Highly organized with time-management abilities.
• Collaborative in a fast-paced team environment.
• Previous plumbing industry experience preferred.
• Proficiency in order processing systems.

Responsibilities

• Support sales operations and manage client inquiries.
• Process orders and maintain organized records.
• Maintain relationships with trade and general customers.
• Work closely with the sales team to meet business objectives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Sales expertise

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Basic computer skills

Job description

Company Description

Graham The Plumbers' Merchant is a leading plumbing supplier in the UK, recognized as part of the country's largest network. We proudly cater to both trade professionals and the general public, offering a wide range of plumbing supplies and expertise. With a commitment to quality service and excellent products, Graham continues to support customers with their diverse plumbing needs.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role based in Ipswich for a Contract Sales Assistant. The Contract Sales Assistant will be responsible for supporting sales operations, providing exceptional customer service, managing client inquiries, processing orders, and maintaining organized records. The role also involves maintaining relationships with trade and general customers while working closely with the sales team to meet business objectives.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain professional client relationships
• Excellent customer service and communication skills to assist and satisfy diverse client needs
• Sales expertise with a proactive approach to achieving targets and understanding customer requirements
• Highly organized with effective organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and adapt to a fast-paced workplace
• Previous experience in the plumbing or building supplies industry is advantageous
• Basic computer skills with proficiency in order processing systems