Sales Negotiator (Birmingham)

EH Smith Builders Merchants; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Sales Negotiator at a leading builders' merchant in Birmingham. This role emphasizes excellent customer service and requires a self-motivated individual with a strong background in the construction industry. You will engage with trade and retail customers, ensuring top-notch service while building valuable relationships. Join a family-run business that values its people and offers a supportive culture, along with opportunities for personal growth. Be part of a team that has been a cornerstone in the construction sector for over a century, delivering quality materials and expert advice.

Benefits

23 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Health Cash Plan

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and enthusiastic with a proven sales track record.
• Extensive knowledge of the construction industry and building materials.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy and professionalism in all customer interactions.
• Build and improve trading relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Sell building materials profitably to both trade and retail customers.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Sales Negotiation

Construction Industry Knowledge

Heavyside Building Materials Sales

Relationship Building

Job description

5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

An exciting opportunity for a Sales Negotiator has become available at our Birmingham Central branch, providing excellent customer service skills to our trade and retail customers.

The Person

The successful candidates should be self-motivated, enthusiastic, and have extensive Construction Industry knowledge with experience in selling Heavyside building materials, as well as a proven sales track record and the ability to converse and negotiate at all levels.

Key Tasks

• Ensuring accuracy and professionalism at all times
• Building and improving trading relationships with customers / suppliers
• Selling building materials profitably to trade and retail
• Ensuring the highest standards of service to the customer
• Showing awareness of all new sales opportunities
• Providing support for new accounts
• Responding to website inquiries
• Maintaining an excellent telephone manner

The Benefits

• 23 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Health Cash Plan
• Being part of a successful family business

Location

Birmingham Central Branch (B12 8QN)

About Us

With over a century of experience in the construction industry, we’re proud to be one of the UK’s largest independent builders’ merchants. Our network of branches across the Midlands and South-East offers a wide range of building materials and expert advice to everyone from national housebuilders to local tradespeople and DIY enthusiasts. Whether it’s bricks and blocks, timber, landscaping supplies, or specialist products, we deliver with reliability and care. Our knowledgeable staff, responsive service, and strong supply partnerships ensure our customers can depend on us to keep their projects moving forward.

We have a deep-rooted commitment to our people and communities, and giving back is core to who we are. Each year, we donate a portion of our profits to the EH Smith Charitable Trust, supporting local charities and not-for-profit organizations that make a real difference in the communities we serve.

Our People

At the heart of our business are our colleagues, and that’s why we champion a people-first culture that is caring, respectful, and genuinely supportive. We prioritize our colleagues’ well-being and growth, fostering a culture where individuals feel valued, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.

We believe that learning never stops, and so we actively invest in the development of our colleagues, providing opportunities to grow and thrive in an inclusive, positive environment. Whether someone is just starting their journey with us or looking to take the next step, we provide the tools, encouragement, and opportunities to help them grow and thrive.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Sales and Management

Industries

• Wholesale Building Materials

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