Internal Sales - Builders Merchants

About Our Client: Our client, one of the UK''s foremost family-owned independent timber and building supplies merchants with a strong presence in the South East, is seeking a Sales Assistant to join their dynamic team. This exciting opportunity arises due to an internal promotion within their top-performing branch.Position Overview: As a Sales Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in driving sales for the branch and building relationships with key customers. Principal Duties and Responsibilities:Customer Engagement: Respond to incoming calls and provide face-to-face support at the trade counter.Sales Success: Turn initial customer inquiries into sales, generate and send quotes, and expertly manage the customer relationship management (CRM) system, proactively pursuing warm leads and opportunities.Technical Expertise: Offer technical advice, support, and outstanding after-sales service to customers.Customer Growth: Identify opportunities to boost annual spending from existing customers, nurturing strong and lasting trade relationships.Candidate Requirements: Our client thrives in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment and is looking for individuals who possess both the skills and the ambition to grow with their business. The ideal candidate should:Have prior sales experience in a builders merchants environment and a deep understanding of trade and retail customer needs.Exhibit strong sales skills, with a determination to succeed and a self-driven approach.Possess excellent ..... full job details .....