Sales executive Timber Merchant

Aqumen Recruitment; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading timber merchant in Leeds is seeking a motivated Sales Executive. This role offers the chance to build client relationships and progress into management positions. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess strong communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Clear progression path

Team-oriented environment

Opportunity in a growing business

Qualifications

• Experience in a customer-facing sales role, preferably in timber or trade supplies.
• Ambition to progress into leadership positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service both face-to-face and over the phone.
• Engage in client-facing sales and cold calling to generate new business.
• Maintain a high level of product knowledge and market awareness.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

Job description

Job Title: Sales Executive (Timber Merchant)
Location: Leeds
Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday Work: 2 Saturdays per month (decreasing to 1 in 3 once trained)

About the Role:

We are looking for a confident and driven Sales Executive to join a thriving and fast-paced timber merchant based in Leeds.This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual who enjoys building client relationships, thrives in a sales environment, and is ready to progress into Deputy Manager and eventually Site Manager roles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide exceptional customer service both face-to-face and over the phone
• Proactively engage in client-facing sales and cold calling to generate new business
• Assist walk-in customers with product selection and advice
• Prepare and follow up on quotations, ensuring customer needs are met
• Collaborate with the wider team to meet sales targets and site objectives
• Support operational tasks across other areas of the business as needed
• Maintain a high level of product knowledge and awareness of market trends

Requirements:

• Experience in a customer-facing sales role (experience in timber, builders’ merchants, or trade supplies is a plus)
• Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
• Comfortable with outbound calling and face-to-face client interactions
• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, physically active environment
• Strong organisational skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Ambition to progress into leadership positions within the company

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary up to £35,000 although starting at £28,000 depending on experience
• Clear and supported progression path to Deputy Manager and Site Manager roles
• A friendly, team-oriented environment
• Opportunity to be part of a well-established and growing business

Interested?
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat.

Aqumen Business Solutions is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.