Junior Sales Representative - Builders Merchant

Arco; Ashford; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier in the construction sector is looking for a Junior Field Sales Representative to drive sales growth by building relationships with customers and identifying new business opportunities. Responsibilities include visiting customer sites, achieving sales targets, and collaborating with the branch team. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and a proactive approach. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £35,000 and ongoing training in a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Salary: Up to £35,000

Company car

Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Staff discount on products

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• UK driving licence (full, clean) required.
• Previous experience working for a builders merchant preferred.
• Eager to learn and growth-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with new customers.
• Identify opportunities to grow sales within allocated territory.
• Visit customer sites to understand their needs.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Self-motivated, results-driven

Strong organisational and time-management skills

Job description

As the Junior Field Sales Representative, you will play a key role in driving sales growth by building relationships with customers, identifying new business opportunities and supporting existing accounts. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to start or grow their career in field sales within the construction and building supplies industry. You'll spend time visiting customer sites, developing accounts and working closely with the branch team to ensure excellent service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with new customers.
• Identify opportunities to grow sales within allocated territory.
• Visit customer sites and projects to understand their needs.
• Work closely with the branch sales and operations team to ensure customer orders are fulfilled efficiently.
• Achieve agreed sales targets and KPI objectives.
• Maintain accurate records of customer visits, quotations and account activity.
• Represent the business professionally at all times, promoting their values and customer‑first approach.
• Previous experience working for a builders merchant.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self‑motivated, results‑driven and eager to learn.
• Ability to build rapport quickly and establish trust with customers.
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills.
• UK driving licence (full, clean).

Benefits

• Salary: Up to £35,000
• Pull car
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Staff discount on products.
• Supportive team culture in a growing business.