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Internal Sales – Plumbing & Heating

One of the UK's largest plumbing and heating merchants is looking for an ambitious Internal Salesperson to join their team in Bolton. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where you can make an impact and build strong business relationships.You'll be joining a successful business that had record sales last year and they are looking to continue to build on this success.Role ResponsibilitiesAs an Internal Sales Executive, your responsibilities will include: Developing and maintaining excellent relationships with suppliers and clients - with a particular focus on commercial clients Making proactive calls and be able to spot opportunities to grow the business Advising customers on the best solution available to meet their requirements over the trade counter and phone Ensuring the achievement of set targets and objectives Representing the business in a confident and professional manner RewardsYou will receive: A starting salary between £30,000 - £35,000 A lucrative uncapped bonus, linked to your performance and that of your branch Mentoring and support…

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Sales Assistant – Plumbing & Heating

One of the UK's largest plumbing and heating merchants is looking for a motivated Sales Assistant to join their team in Rochdale. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where you can make an impact and build strong business relationships.You'll be joining a successful business that had record sales last year and they are looking to continue to build on this success. Role ResponsibilitiesAs an Sales Assistant, your responsibilities will include: Developing and maintaining excellent relationships with suppliers and clients - with a particular focus on commercial clients Making proactive calls and be able to spot opportunities to grow the business Advising customers on the best solution available to meet their requirements over the trade counter and phone Ensuring the achievement of set targets and objectives Representing the business in a confident and professional manner Getting involved in project work, for example, for new buildings and city centre apartments RewardsYou will receive: A starting salary between £26,000 - £30,000 A lucrative…

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General Manager – Industrial Products

One of the UK's leading industrial electrical wholesalers is looking for a proactive and results-focused General Manager to open a new branch in Swansea. You'll be working for an impressive £1.5 billion group of distribution businesses that continue to grow through the high-quality service they provide alongside quality, branded products. They have an enviable supplier network and have built a fantastic reputation for themselves within their industry. The business offers excellent progression opportunities and promotes a culture of autonomy and financial rewards for success.The OpportunityAs a General Manager, you will: Have full autonomy and be responsible for the running of the entire business, including full P&L, managing and mentoring employees, driving sales, marketing, logistics and purchasing Develop and maintain relationships with both new and some existing customers Ensure the achievement of your set targets and objectives Drive sales growth and company performance Be at the forefront of representing and growing your business RequirementsTo be successful in this role, you should have: B2B sales and management…

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Sales & Business Trainee

A growing distribution business is looking for a confident and energetic Sales & Business Trainee to join their successful team in Eastleigh. This is an excellent opportunity to kick-start a successful career within a major UK group of specialist distributors. With a group turnover exceeding £1 billion and an undeniable reputation within the sector, roles within this group are highly sought after by industry professionals. Rewards, autonomy and development form the basis of their people-focused company culture.Role ResponsibilitiesAs a Sales & Business Trainee, you will: Receive tailored training where you will learn about key areas of the business including stores, customer service, office work, trade counter, purchasing and more with the aim to progress to a sales-focused position Work with experienced mentors, learn about the industry and build your product knowledge Build strong relationships with business customers Contribute to the success of the business Work in a fast-paced and hands-on business environment RewardsAs a Sales & Business Trainee, you will receive: Starting salary between £22,000…

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General Manager – Industrial Products

One of the UK's leading industrial electrical wholesalers is looking for a proactive and results-focused General Manager to open a new branch in Sheffield. You'll be working for an impressive £1.5 billion group of distribution businesses that continue to grow through the high-quality service they provide alongside quality, branded products. They have an enviable supplier network and have built a fantastic reputation for themselves within their industry. The business offers excellent progression opportunities and promotes a culture of autonomy and financial rewards for success.The OpportunityAs a General Manager, you will: Have full autonomy and be responsible for the running of the entire business, including full P&L, managing and mentoring employees, driving sales, marketing, logistics and purchasing Develop and maintain relationships with both new and some existing customers Ensure the achievement of your set targets and objectives Drive sales growth and company performance Be at the forefront of representing and growing your business RequirementsTo be successful in this role, you should have: B2B sales and management…

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General Manager – Wholesale & Distribution

A large UK-wide group of wholesale & distribution businesses are looking for an entrepreneurial and sales-driven General Manager to join them in the West Midlands. If you're an experienced General Manager / Business Manager / Branch Manager working within a wholesale & distribution environment with profit and loss responsibility, this could be an excellent career opportunity for you to run your own business with full autonomy. Role Responsibilities As a General Manager, you will be given the training, tools and knowledge to quickly take on a Business Management role within the group. You'll work closely with existing Business Managers to familiarise yourself with the company, their products, processes and values. This will prepare you for a General Manager role where you will: Develop and maintain relationships with both new and existing B2B customers Be responsible for the running of the entire business, including full P&L, managing and mentoring employees, driving sales, marketing, logistics and purchasing Ensure the achievement of set targets and objectives Drive sales…

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External Sales – Electrical Wholesale

One of the biggest names in the electrical wholesale industry is looking for a motivated External Salesperson to join their team in Kidderminster. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a busy environment where you can make an impact and build strong business relationships.You'll be joining a successful electrical wholesaler who already employs over 4,500 people across hundreds of UK locations. With an annual turnover exceeding £1.4 billion, they're a company that continues to grow through acquisitions and the high-quality service they provide to their clients. They pride themselves on building long-lasting relationships with their customers, suppliers and employees.Role ResponsibilitiesAs an External Salesperson, your responsibilities will include: Developing and maintaining excellent relationships with clients and suppliers Being at the forefront of representing the business by both winning new business and growing existing accounts Ensuring the achievement of set targets and objectives Communicating effectively with different departments within the business Advising clients on the best solution available to meet their requirements RewardsYou will receive: A…

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Trainee Area Sales Manager

A market-leading £1 billion turnover group are looking for a motivated and proactive Trainee Area Sales Manager to join their DIY, home and garden business. It's an exciting time to join this growing business at their flagship trading location.The business you'll be joining has two specialist divisions; DIY & garden and construction & industrial supplies. Their team deliver excellent customer service and product solutions to a friendly and welcoming industry of customers including garden centres, high street retailers and building and engineering companies.Role ResponsibilitiesYou will be given the tools to be successful and the freedom to make an impact and progress in this highly sociable and fast-paced industry. Upon joining this sales training scheme, you will learn about the running of the business, their product range and develop valuable commercial skills that will benefit you for years to come. While you will gain knowledge and experience in a range of business areas, the initial focus will be on internal sales.Having built a strong foundation of…

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Business Development Manager – Industrial Products

A successful industrial products business is looking for a proactive and results-focused Business Development Manager to manage existing customers and grow new business in the West Midlands. You'll be joining a profitable business in the West Midlands with the aim of stepping up to Branch Manager position in the near future.You'll be working for an impressive group of distribution businesses who continue to grow through the high-quality service they provide alongside quality, branded products. They have an enviable supplier network and have built a fantastic reputation for themselves within their industry. The business offers excellent progression opportunities and promotes a culture of autonomy and financial rewards for success.Role ResponsibilitiesThe business is looking for an ambitious, outgoing and proactive Business Development Manager based in the West Midlands. You should be an experienced salesperson from an industrial products background with a strong ability to capitalise on opportunities to maximise profitability.As a Business Development Manager, your responsibilities will include: Working closely with existing Branch Managers to familiarise yourself…

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Branch Manager – Electrical Wholesale

A market leader within the electrical distribution industry is looking for a sales-focused Branch Manager to run their established operation in Bangor. You'll be rewarded with a salary of up to £45K plus a lucrative bonus based on your success.The OpportunityYou'll be joining a highly reputable and successful group of electrical wholesale businesses. The group continues to grow through acquisitions and the high-quality service they provide to their clients. They pride themselves on building long-lasting relationships with their customers, suppliers and employees.The role of a Branch Manager within this group is an exciting one where you will have full responsibility of running your own business. You will have full autonomy and freedom over stock, purchasing, staffing, logistics, trading hours and much more. If you want to make things happen, make your mark on your own business and make a lot of money for yourself, then this is the opportunity for you.As a Branch Manager, you will: Develop and maintain relationships with both new and existing…

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Internal Sales – Plumbing & Heating

One of the UK's largest plumbing and heating merchants is looking for a motivated Internal Salesperson to join their team in Rochdale. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where you can make an impact and build strong business relationships.You'll be joining a successful business that had record sales last year and they are looking to continue to build on this success. Role ResponsibilitiesAs an Internal Sales Executive, your responsibilities will include: Developing and maintaining excellent relationships with suppliers and clients - with a particular focus on commercial clients Making proactive calls and be able to spot opportunities to grow the business Advising customers on the best solution available to meet their requirements over the trade counter and phone Ensuring the achievement of set targets and objectives Representing the business in a confident and professional manner Getting involved in project work, for example, for new buildings and city centre apartments RewardsYou will receive: A starting salary between £26,000 - £30,000 A…

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Trainee Accounts Administrator

A growing distribution business is looking for a well organised Trainee Accounts Administrator to join their sociable team at their central hub office in Coalville. This is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career within a major UK group of specialist distributors. The group have a fantastic reputation for developing trainee talent offering tailored training programmes, great rewards and opportunities to achieve career goals.Role ResponsibilitiesAs a Trainee Accounts Administrator, your responsibilities will include: Preparing and processing supplier invoices Checking and raising customer invoices and credit notes Checking and approving timesheets Entering daily sales figures onto the company's system Assisting with end of month procedures within the department Dealing with invoicing queries from customers and suppliers over the phone and by email Liaising with the credit control team at the group's Head Office RewardsAs a Trainee Accounts Administrator, you will receive: A starting salary of £22,000 - £23,000 Annual bonus - uncapped potential Tailored training and personal mentoring Optional membership to the company's pension scheme…

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Account Manager

One of the biggest names in the electrical wholesale industry is looking for an outgoing and confident Account Manager to join their team in Leamington Spa. You'll be maintaining and building strong relationships with B2B customers over the phone and be a part of an ever growing, market-leading business. Having the right attitude and being willing to learn and develop yourself and your career is more important than previous experience in this role.This is an exciting opportunity to join the UK's largest electrical wholesale business who already employs over 3,200 people across hundreds of UK locations. With an annual turnover exceeding £1.5 billion, they're a company that continues to grow through acquisitions and the high-quality service they provide to their clients. They pride themselves on building long-lasting relationships with their customers, suppliers and employees.Role ResponsibilitiesAs an Account Manager, your responsibilities will include: Developing and maintaining excellent relationships with a wide range of B2B clients Communicating effectively with different departments within the business Being organised and…

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Branch Assistant – Electrical Wholesale

A large, nationwide electrical wholesaler is looking for a motivated Branch Assistant to join their growing team in Grimsby. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where you can make an impact and build strong business relationships.You'll be joining the fastest growing electrical wholesaler in the UK who already have 100 branches across the country (with a plan to have 300 open in the next 10 years). They are a well-established, forward-thinking industry leader who offer excellent opportunities for career development and progression.ResponsibilitiesIn this Branch Assistant role, you will be: Serving and advising customers over the trade counter and phone Representing the business in a confident and professional manner Working as part of a tightly-knit team to ensure that the branch runs efficiently and effectively Booking in deliveries, putting goods away and keeping the whole branch tidy Picking orders from the warehouse RewardsYou will receive: A starting salary of circa £25,000 (negotiable depending on experience) Competitive bonus scheme 20 days holiday…

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Marketing & Social Media Manager

The largest British-owned wiring manufacturer in the UK is looking for a creative Marketing & Social Media Manager to join their successful team in Doncaster. This is an exciting opportunity where you will play a central role in defining the business' marketing and social media strategies, managing the delivery of these and producing impactful results.Role ResponsibilitiesYou'll be joining a successful family-run business that has been established for over 30 years and throughout this time they have developed into an internationally recognised brand within the cable industry. As a Marketing & Social Media Manager, your responsibilities will include: Continuing to raise the brand profile within the professional contractor community and with electrical wholesalers Managing the marketing budget, evaluating performance and finding areas of external support for this Working with colleagues to understand the business and discover all marketable features Coordinating marketing events ie. factory visits tours with colleges, electrical wholesalers and electrical contractors Managing all print media Tracking and monitoring the success of online initiatives and…

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Branch Manager – Electrical Wholesale

A market leader within the electrical distribution industry is looking for a sales-focused Branch Manager to run their established operation in Swindon. You'll be rewarded with a salary of up to £40K plus a lucrative bonus based on your success.The OpportunityYou'll be joining a highly reputable and successful group of electrical wholesale businesses. The group continues to grow through acquisitions and the high-quality service they provide to their clients. They pride themselves on building long-lasting relationships with their customers, suppliers and employees.The role of a Branch Manager within this group is an exciting one where you will have full responsibility of running your own business. You will have full autonomy and freedom over stock, purchasing, staffing, logistics, trading hours and much more. If you want to make things happen, make your mark on your own business and make a lot of money for yourself, then this is the opportunity for you.As a Branch Manager, you will: Develop and maintain relationships with both new and existing…

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General Manager – Wholesale & Distribution

A large UK-wide group of wholesale & distribution businesses are looking for entrepreneurial and sales-driven General Managers to join them across the UK. If you're an experienced General Manager / Business Manager / Branch Manager working within a wholesale & distribution environment with profit and loss responsibility, this could be an excellent career opportunity for you to run your own business with full autonomy. Role Responsibilities As a General Manager, you will be given the training, tools and knowledge to quickly take on a Business Management role within the group. You'll work closely with existing Business Managers to familiarise yourself with the company, their products, processes and values. This will prepare you for a General Manager role where you will: Develop and maintain relationships with both new and existing B2B customers Be responsible for the running of the entire business, including full P&L, managing and mentoring employees, driving sales, marketing, logistics and purchasing Ensure the achievement of set targets and objectives Drive sales growth by…

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Commercial Sales Trainee

A growing distribution business is looking for a confident and energetic Commercial Sales Trainee to join their successful team in Eastleigh. This is an excellent opportunity to kick-start a successful career within a major UK group of specialist distributors. With a group turnover exceeding £1 billion and an undeniable reputation within the sector, roles within this group are highly sought after by industry professionals. Rewards, autonomy and development form the basis of their people-focused company culture.Role ResponsibilitiesAs a Commercial Sales Trainee, you will: Receive tailored training where you will learn about key areas of the business including stores, customer service, office work, trade counter, purchasing and more with the aim to progress to a sales-focused position Work with experienced mentors, learn about the industry and build your product knowledge Build strong relationships with business customers Contribute to the success of the business Work in a fast-paced and hands-on business environment RewardsAs a Commercial Sales Trainee, you will receive: Starting salary between £22,000 - £23,000 (depending…

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Credit Controller

A market leader in the electrical distribution industry is currently looking for a confident Credit Controller to join their team in Newmarket. This is an excellent opportunity to join a distribution group with an impressive annual turnover exceeding £1.5 billion, who currently employ over 3,200 people across the UK. The business pride themselves on building long-lasting relationships with their customers, suppliers and employees.Role ResponsibilitiesAs a Credit Controller, your responsibilities will include: Actively monitoring and collecting payments by contacting customers over the phone Building rapport with regular clients Maximising cash collection and minimising bad debts within areas of responsibility Allocating payments to the correct invoices and liaising with other departments on receivable issues, disputes, claims, etc. Keeping the customer records electronically up to date, reconciled & accurate Liaising with managers within the branch network RewardsIn this credit control role, you will receive: A starting salary between £24,500 - £26,000 An uncapped annual bonus - £1,000+ which will increase with experience Training and on-going development Optional membership…

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Trainee Accounts Administrator

A growing distribution business is looking for a well organised Trainee Accounts Administrator to join their sociable team at their central hub office in Coalville. This is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career within a major UK group of specialist distributors. The group have a fantastic reputation for developing trainee talent offering tailored training programmes, great rewards and opportunities to achieve career goals.Role ResponsibilitiesAs a Trainee Accounts Administrator, your responsibilities will include: Preparing and processing supplier invoices Checking and raising customer invoices and credit notes Checking and approving timesheets Entering daily sales figures onto the company's system Assisting with end of month procedures within the department Dealing with invoicing queries from customers and suppliers over the phone and by email Liaising with the credit control team at the group's Head Office RewardsAs a Trainee Accounts Administrator, you will receive: A starting salary of £20,000 - £21,000 Annual bonus - uncapped potential Tailored training and personal mentoring Optional membership to the company's pension scheme…

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