Sales Representative

Howdens Joinery Co.; Sefton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK trade kitchen supplier is seeking a Sales Representative / Business Developer in Sefton. This role involves opening new accounts and fostering existing relationships while achieving sales targets. The successful candidate will collaborate with depot staff to enhance sales and customer engagement. Benefits include a competitive salary, company vehicle, and a bonus scheme. Ideal candidates will have strong sales skills, excellent communication abilities, and a full UK driving licence.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company vehicle

Monthly depot bonus/O.T.E.

Team incentives and outings

Competitive pension plan

Staff discount on products

Buy-as-you-earn share scheme

Responsibilities

• Open new accounts and build lasting relationships with existing ones.
• Collaborate with depot staff to convert sales and increase showroom traffic.
• Manage your own diary and workload.

Skills

Influencing and sales skills

Customer‑focused

Strong communicator

Results driven

Prioritise own workload

Flexible and approachable

Thrives in fast‑paced environments

Be a Howdens Ambassador

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Sales Representative / Business Developer

We are looking for a Sales Representative / Business Developer to join our growth‑focused team. In this role you will open new accounts and build lasting relationships with existing ones, consistently achieving and exceeding targets while keeping our depot’s account base growing.

You will collaborate with depot staff, including Kitchen Sales Designers and Depot Managers, to convert sales, increase the average sale per account and encourage more frequent trading from the account base. You will actively participate in sales meetings chaired by the Lead Sales Representative to share best practices with other Field‑Based Business Developers in the area.

This role offers real autonomy and the chance to manage your own diary and workload. You will be responsible for winning new business and growing the depot’s customer base while providing a great service and maximizing sales wherever possible.

Skills and attributes you need to be a successful Sales Representative / Business Developer

• Influencing and sales skills
• Customer‑focused
• Strong communicator
• Results driven
• Prioritise own workload
• Flexible and approachable
• Thrives in fast‑paced environments
• Be a Howdens Ambassador
• Full UK driving licence

What you get from us as a Sales Representative / Business Developer

• Competitive salary
• Company vehicle
• Monthly depot bonus/O.T.E.
• Team incentives and outings
• Competitive pension plan with a maximum company contribution of 12%
• Staff discount on Howdens products
• Buy‑as‑you‑earn share scheme

About Howdens

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier, providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe, making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. Last year our sales reached circa £2.3 bn and we have an ambitious growth agenda.

There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast‑paced and commercial environment. Along with a competitive salary, development opportunities and exciting rewards, these are some of the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.

How to apply

When you apply you will need to attach a CV. If this is your first time applying for a role with us, you will need to activate your account when you apply for this role. Please check your email carefully to ensure you have completed this step. We are unable to view your application if you have not activated your account. Good luck with your application.

Howdens is founded on the principle of being worthwhile for ALL. We ensure an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email with the job title and location and we will be happy to help you.

Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK. We do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.

Required Experience:

IC

Key Skills: Sales Experience, B2B Sales, Time Management, Customer Service, Cold Calling, Retail Sales, Territory Management, Upselling, Product Demos, Outside Sales, Medicare, Negotiation

Employment Type : Full‑Time

Experience: Years

Vacancy: 1