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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

Joining this successful wholesale business in Shrewsbury as a General Manager, you will divide your time between field sales and branch management responsibilities. You will pro-actively gain new business and also look after a number of existing accounts. On top of this you, will have autonomy and freedom over running the business in general, overseeing stock, purchasing, staffing, logistics, trading hours and much more.The OpportunityYou'll be joining a successful electrical wholesale distribution business that is part of a market-leading £1.4 billion turnover group. 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.As a General Manager, you will: Develop and maintain relationships with both new and existing 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 your set targets and objectives Drive sales growth and company performance RequirementsTo…

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Internal Technical Sales

A £900 million UK-wide group of wholesale and distribution businesses are looking for a dynamic Internal Salesperson to build strong relationships with B2B customers. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business that offers full training and excellent opportunities for further career progression. Role ResponsibilitiesThe business you'll be joining has an impressive network of locations across the UK and this figure continues to grow with new openings and acquisitions. They are a specialist technical distribution business with an excellent reputation in their industry.In this Internal Technical Sales role, you will: Be given the training, tools and knowledge to hit the ground running and progress quickly Work with a successful Branch Manager to familiarise yourself with the company, their products, processes and values Develop and manage your own accounts, increasing profitability and driving B2B sales Be confident in dealing with enquiries from customers over the Trade Counter Identify opportunities to develop company performance and revenue Work in a fast-paced and hands-on business environment RewardsAs…

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Internal Sales Executive

One of the biggest suppliers selling into the electrical wholesale market is looking for a motivated and dynamic Internal Sales Executive to join their successful team in Enfield. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment where you can make an impact and build strong B2B relationships.You'll be joining a market-leading £900 million UK distribution group who employ over 2,000 people across the country. With year-on-year growth, they are a long-established business with a fantastic reputation and work with major electrical manufacturers including Dyson, Morphy Richards, Bosch and Philips, to name a few.Role ResponsibilitiesAs an Internal Sales Executive, your responsibilities will include: Selling to a wide range of customers including electrical wholesalers, universities, councils and student accommodation providers Building and managing B2B customer relationships Being at the forefront of representing the business Meeting sales targets and increasing the profitability of the business Cementing the company's status as the supplier of choice Advising clients on the best solution available to meet their…

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Area Sales Manager – Electrical Wholesale

One of the UK's leading electrical wholesalers is looking for a proactive and results-focused Area Sales Manager to join their growing business in Blackburn.You'll be working for an impressive £1.4 billion 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 Area Sales Manager based in the Blackburn area. You should be an experienced salesperson working within the electrical wholesale industry, with a strong ability to capitalise on opportunities to maximise profitability.As an Area Sales Manager, your responsibilities will include: Being at the forefront of representing the business by both winning new business and growing existing accounts Meeting sales targets and increasing the profitability of the business Presenting, communicating and negotiating with a…

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Regional Sales Manager – CCTV Distribution

The UK's most successful distributor of CCTV, access control, IP and intruder detection solutions is looking for a proactive Regional Sales Manager to take over a well-established, large territory in the South East region (covering Surrey, Sussex, Kent and parts of South London).The business is part of an impressive £900 million UK group of distribution companies who already employ over 2,000 people across the UK.Role Responsibilities:As a Regional Sales Manager, you will: Develop and build on relationships with an impressive portfolio of existing customers Ensure the achievement of set targets and objectives Drive sales growth by identifying opportunities to develop company performance and revenue Present, communicate and sell to all levels of a varied and growing customer base Build relationships with new customers What you can expect: An opportunity to help further grow a well-established brand with a strong reputation Starting salary of £40,000 - £55,000 (depending on experience) Your share of the company's profits in the form of an uncapped annual bonus Company car,…

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Warehouse & Sales Trainee

A growing distribution business is looking for a confident Warehouse & Sales Trainee to join their successful team in Newcastle. This is an excellent opportunity to kick-start a successful career within a major UK group of specialist distributors. With a group turnover exceeding £900 million 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 Warehouse & Sales Trainee, you will: Receive tailored training where you will learn about key areas of the business including sales, stores, customer service, office work, trade counter, purchasing and more Work with experienced mentors, learn about the industry and build your product knowledge Contribute to the success of the business Work in a fast-paced and hands-on business environment RewardsAs a Warehouse & Sales Trainee, you will receive: Starting salary between £18,000 - £20,000 which will be reviewed regularly and increased as you progress Your share of the…

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Branch Manager – Electrical Wholesale

A leading, UK-wide group of wholesale and distribution businesses are looking for an ambitious Branch Manager to run their successful business in the Crawley area. You'll be given the freedom and autonomy to run the business with the support and buying power of a large and very reputable group.Role ResponsibilitiesAs a Branch Manager, you will: Develop and maintain relationships with both new and existing customers Drive trade counter sales growth and company performance Be responsible for the running of the entire business, including full P&L, managing and mentoring employees, driving trade counter sales, marketing, logistics and purchasing Ensure the achievement of your set targets and objectives RewardsAs a Branch Manager, you will receive: A competitive starting salary between £35,000 - £42,000 (depending on experience) Uncapped bonus potential Company pension Mentoring, support and continued professional development Excellent opportunities for progression within the company and the wider group RequirementsWe are looking for a proactive salesperson, current assistant/branch manager or trade counter manager with experience in the electrical…

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Stock Management and Supplier Relations Team Leader

A national distribution business and a market-leader in their field, is looking for a decisive and motivated Stock Management and Supplier Relations Team Leader to lead their successful supplier and stock management team. On offer is a starting salary of up to £45,000, potential for a company car and opportunities for professional development and progression in the future. Remote working is available in this role as well as travelling to key business locations in Bedfordshire, the Midlands and West Yorkshire as required. Role Responsibilities As Stock Management and Supplier Relations Team Leader, you will be managing a small team and heading up supplier call off and stock management approach in the business. The team provides point of contact for approximately 300 suppliers. Your responsibilities will include: Maintaining stock availability of products to support sales demand Identifying and resolving any supplier issues in conjunction with Operation Managers and Goods-In Managers, which may impact the operation and availability Developing and maintaining strong professional relationships with key suppliers…

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Accounts Assistant – Credit Control

A market leader in the electrical distribution industry is currently looking for a confident Accounts Assistant / Credit Controller to join their team in Tunbridge Wells. This is an excellent opportunity to join a distribution group with an impressive annual turnover exceeding £1.4 billion, who currently employ over 4,500 people across the UK. The business pride themselves on building long-lasting relationships with their customers, suppliers and employees.Role ResponsibilitiesAs an Accounts Assistant / 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 £21,000 - £25,000 (depending on experience) Your share of the company's profits in…

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Trainee Credit Administrator

A market leader in the electrical distribution industry is currently looking for a confident Trainee Credit Administrator to join their team in Tunbridge Wells. This is a full-time office-based role where you'll be working as part of the Credit Control department that are responsible for collecting invoices and monitoring credit given to business customers.This is an excellent opportunity to join a distribution group with an impressive annual turnover exceeding £1.4 billion, who currently employ over 4,500 people across Ireland and the UK. The business pride themselves on building long-lasting relationships with their customers, suppliers and employees and offer excellent job security.Role ResponsibilitiesAs a Trainee Credit Administrator you will be: Learning about the administrative duties required within the department Working alongside a team of experienced Credit Controllers with the opportunity to gain more responsibility in the role Mentored by a successful and approachable Credit Manager Monitoring and collecting payments from customers Keeping the customer records electronically up to date, reconciled & accurate Completing various administrative and…

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Sales Executive – Electrical Wholesale

One of the biggest names in the electrical wholesale industry is looking for a motivated Sales Executive to join their team in Kidderminster. 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 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 ResponsibilitiesDepending on your skills and experience, there is flexibility in this role to focus on internal sales or field sales. As a Sales Executive, 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…

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Internal Sales – Electrical Wholesale

The UK's biggest independent electrical wholesaler is looking for a proactive Internal Salesperson to join and help grow their brand new branch in Southampton. This family-owned and operated business has been established for over 80 years and serves domestic, commercial and industrial customers. They have a long-standing reputation for sourcing hard to find specialist product lines and bespoke, one-off requirements.Role ResponsibilitiesThis is an exciting opportunity to take on a key Internal Sales role and make a real impact on this business. Working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, your responsibilities will include: Providing support to the Branch Manager with running all of the business internal functions Supporting the external sales team in dealing with customers over the phone and face-to-face in order to grow and nurture the client base Providing a high level of customer service Demonstrating excellent product knowledge RewardsAs an Internal Sales Executive, you will receive: A starting salary of £30,000 - £35,000 Company bonus scheme 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Monday-Friday working…

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Business Development Manager

One of the UK's leading industrial electrical wholesalers is looking for a proactive and results-focused Business Development Manager to manage existing customers and grow new business in the Greater Manchester area. You'll initially be based out of an existing business within the group with the aim of opening your very own branch and progressing to a Branch Manager position in the near future.You'll be working for an impressive £1.4 billion 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 Trafford Park area. You should be an experienced salesperson (ideally from an electrical, industrial, or mechanical product background) with a strong ability to capitalise on opportunities to…

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Branch Manager Designate

A £900 million UK-wide group of wholesale and distribution businesses are looking for entrepreneurial and sales-focused Branch Managers to join them. With over 90 profit centres across the UK, this is an excellent opportunity to work across different sectors and to progress your career with a successful group.Role ResponsibilitiesYou'll be initially joining the group in a Branch Manager Designate capacity where you will work closely with existing Branch Managers across multiple businesses to familiarise yourself with the group, their products, processes and values. Your role will focus on developing and managing key accounts, increasing profitability and driving B2B sales.The businesses within the group cover sectors including: Cables Construction and engineering Electrical Fire detection Home and garden HVAC Industrial controls Lighting Plumbing and heating Safety systems Security and CCTV Test instruments You will then progress to a Branch Manager position where you will have the freedom and autonomy to run your own business within the group. Profit Centre Managers are responsible for the running of the…

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Area Sales Manager

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and proactive Area Sales Manager to join a successful business who are one of the biggest names in their sector. With 15 strategic trading locations and a divisional turnover of circa £120 million, they are part of a £900 million turnover group who already employee over 2,000 people nationwide. The business distributes a wide range of DIY, gardening and housewares products to business customers including high street retailers, garden centres, DIY stores and independent hardware stores across the UK and Northern Ireland.Role ResponsibilitiesThis role is an excellent opportunity to build a successful area sales career with a market-leading group. You'll take on a well-established £4 million sales territory covering the South Coast (East and West Sussex, Surrey and Hampshire). You will complete an initial products and processes training period at their largest trading location based in Chesham, Buckinghamshire before moving into the field-based role.As an Area Sales Manager, your responsibilities will include: Developing and building on relationships…

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Assistant Product Supply Manager

A leading distribution business, that is part of a successful £900 million turnover group, is looking for a logical and organised Demand Planner to join their team. On offer is a starting salary of up to £30,000 alongside opportunities for professional development and progression in the future. Flexible working is available in this role with options to work both from home and in the Bedford office. We are looking for someone who lives in the Bedford area.Role Responsibilities The business you'll be joining has a strong reputation in their industry and operates from several key locations across the UK. As Demand Planner, your responsibilities will include: Reporting to the Product Supply Chain Manager and being a part of the wider supply chain / inventory control team Maintaining stock availability of UK sourced products to support sales demand Managing supplier performance with approximately 60 suppliers Inventory control of c.1000 SKUs across 2 sites working on SAP ERP software Identifying and resolving any UK Supplier issues which…

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Audit Manager – Internal Controls

A major UK group made up of 9 leading national distribution businesses who have an impressive annual turnover exceeding £900 million, are looking for a dynamic Audit Manager to help lead the company's internal audit team at their prestigious Head Office in Newbury. This is an important role within the audit department which has come about due to the expansion of the business and we are looking for a quick learner with external or internal audit experience. You may already have management experience or are a senior auditor looking to take a step up in your career. Role Responsibilities In this Audit Manager role, you will be: Reporting to the Director of Operations Development Line managing a team of 9 including 6 compliance-based internal auditors Travelling to trading locations across the country to run audit projects as and when required and providing support to auditors - approximately 40% of the role involves UK-wide travel Running projects involving ERP system feasibility analysis and ERP system 'go…

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Area Sales Manager

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and proactive Area Sales Manager to join a successful business who are one of the biggest names in their sector. With 15 strategic trading locations and a divisional turnover of circa £120 million, they are part of a £900 million turnover group who already employee over 2,000 people nationwide.The business distributes a wide range of DIY, gardening and housewares products to business customers including high street retailers, garden centres, DIY stores and independent hardware stores across the UK and Northern Ireland.Role ResponsibilitiesThis role is an excellent opportunity to build a successful area sales career with a market-leading group. You'll take on a well-established £2 million sales territory with lots of potential for growth covering London (within the M25 area). You will complete an initial products and processes training period at their largest trading location based in Chesham, Buckinghamshire before moving into the field-based role.As an Area Sales Manager, your responsibilities will include: Developing and building on relationships…

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General Manager – Wholesale & Distribution

A market leader within the electrical wholesale industry is looking for an ambitious and sales-focused General Manager to join them in Stoke-on-Trent. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly reputable and successful market-leading group. The group continues to grow through acquisitions, new openings 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 ResponsibilitiesThe role of a General Manager within the group is an exciting one where you will have full responsibility of running in effect your own business. You will have full autonomy and freedom over stock, purchasing, staffing, logistics, trading hours and much more.As a General Manager, you will: Develop and maintain relationships with both new and existing 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 your set targets and objectives Drive sales growth and company performance RequirementsTo be successful…

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