Internal Sales

Job Details

Overview

Who are Robert Price?

Robert Price Builders’ Merchants Ltd is a family run independent business, with head office in Abergavenny. Founded in 1847, we are a substantial local employer, with the developments and progressions of a modern large enterprise, and the grounding and values of a traditional family run business. We are the largest independent builders’ merchant in South East Wales.

What is a builders’ merchant?

A builders’ merchant is a company which supplies materials to the construction sector.
Up to 85% of the built environment you see around you is supplied by Britain’s builders’ merchants. Merchants and the supply chain are crucial to the construction industry which contributes over £40 billion to the UK economy each year. A career in this essential commercial sector can be challenging, varied and rewarding.
Key responsibilities

Dealing with sales and general customer enquiries.
Being responsible for the pro-active development of specified customer accounts.
Giving prices and quotations.
Processing orders.
Arranging deliveries.
General sales office administration.
Liaison with external representatives.

Benefits

Include death-in-service cover, NEST pension scheme membership, uniform and boot money allowance. 30 days holidays including bank holidays. Discretionary bonuses.
Essential skills & experience

The ability to develop new business accounts, build excellent customer relationships, maximise profitable opportunities and consistently deliver a first class customer service.
Excellent numeracy, verbal and written communication skills.
Confident selling skills.
Good IT skills, (Excel, Outlook and Word especially), and excellent paperwork efficiency.
The ability to multitask, to prioritise tasks wisely and complete them in a timely manner.
The ability to grasp new systems quickly and follow company procedures and instructions accurately, thoroughly and methodically (training will be given in our products and systems).
General enthusiasm, confidence, reliability and versatility.

Desirable skills & experience

A confident, enthusiastic, proactive and friendly personality.
A commitment to consistently delivering first-class customer service.
A motivated problem solver.
Highly organised and reliable with good administrative efficiency.
Adaptable and forward-thinking with a positive approach.
Ability to use initiative and work well in a team as well as independently.
Good knowledge of building materials and their usage.
An interest in sales in the construction industry.