Sales Specialist

Job DescriptionOur successful Shrewsbury branch is currently recruiting for a Plumbing and Heating Sales Specialist. In this position, you will play a key role in the sale of our full range of plumbing and heating products, taking a proactive approach to help drive this part of the business forward. Please note this role will involve working alternate Saturday mornings. Responsibilities and DutiesGrow the customer base.Providing quotations for customersPurchasing materials and managing stock levels for the categoryDealing with customers both face to face and over the telephoneGiving excellent customer service and sound product adviceTaking a proactive approach to plumbing and heating sales, using every opportunity to make or increase a sale.Qualifications and SkillsSound plumbing and heating product knowledge is essential.Previous sales experience in a plumbing and heating merchant environment or a builders merchant environment is essential.Confident dealing with customers.The ability to build great customer relationships.A good telephone manner, excellent communication, and interpersonal skills.Computer literate.BenefitsIn return, you can be a part of the UKs leading independent Builders Merchant and winner of many industry awards. Some of the benefits we offer include:A competitive pay package.Generous discretionary bonus schemePeople orientated culture.Substantial staff discountsTraining and development opportunitiesHoliday scheme which rewards length of serviceContributory pension schemeFinancial planning supportCycle to work scheme.Employee Assistance ProgrammePerkbox discounts.Enhanced Maternity/ Paternity leaveMKM is the leading independent builders merchant in the UK, and we were established in 1995. Our people are what make us unique in what we do. Today we have more than 134 branches and over 3100 employees nationwide. Whilst we continue to grow, we are constantly striving to always attract, recruit, retain, promote, and support a diverse mix of colleagues that create a sense of belonging to the MKM family for everyone. We hope you will join us on our journey!

Created: 2025-07-06