Trade Counter Sales Negotiator

Location: Bovingdon

Role:
Trade Counter Sales Negotiator

Employer:

EH Smith - Builders Merchants

Sector:
Builders Merchants /Construction / Building Materials

Location:

Hemel Hempstead (HP3)

Salary:
Negotiable Salary

Trade Counter Sales Negotiator - Hemel Hempstead - EH Smith Builders Merchants

Full Time, Permanent

An exciting opportunity for a Trade Counter Sales Negotiator has become available at our Hemel Hempstead branch. We require an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual who can provide excellent customer service skills to our trade and retail customers.

Key tasks of a Trade Counter Sales Negotiator / Trade Counter Sales Assistant will include:

Selling building materials profitably to trade and retail
Responsibility for the cash sale business
Awareness of new sales opportunities
Effective use of PC to organise transactions
Acquiring quotes, following up and achieving orders
Counter stock maintenance / assisting with stock take preparation
Ensure highest standard of service to the customer

Person & Skills of a Trade Counter Sales Negotiator / Trade Counter Sales Assistant:

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and ideally will have proven experience selling heavy-side building materials. The ability to build relationships with local builders, contractors and suppliers is key to the role.

Are you an existing Trade Counter Sales Negotiator / Trade Counter Sales Assistant? If so we want to hear from you...APPLY NOW!!

Benefits

A competitive salary
Company Profit Share Bonus (dependant on company performance)
Enhanced company pension scheme - Salary sacrifice
25 days' paid holiday + 8 paid Bank Holidays
Length of service annual leave increases up to 30 days + bank holidays
Flexible Holiday Scheme - buy or sell up to 3 days
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Life Assurance Scheme
Health Cash Plan - Salary Sacrifice
Company workwear/PPE provided

Other Support

Employee Support Line
Mental Health First Aiders About Us - EH Smith Builders Merchants

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 offer a wide range of building materials and expert advice to everyone from national house builders 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 organisations 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 prioritise 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.

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