Sales executive (Timber Merchant)

Job Title: Sales Executive (Timber Merchant)
Location: Leeds
Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday Work: 2 Saturdays per month (decreasing to 1 in 3 once trained)

About the Role:

We are looking for a confident and driven Sales Executive to join a thriving and fast-paced timber merchant based in Leeds. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual who enjoys building client relationships, thrives in a sales environment, and is ready to progress into Deputy Manager and eventually Site Manager roles.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide exceptional customer service both face-to-face and over the phoneProactively engage in client-facing sales and cold calling to generate new businessAssist walk-in customers with product selection and advicePrepare and follow up on quotations, ensuring customer needs are metCollaborate with the wider team to meet sales targets and site objectivesSupport operational tasks across other areas of the business as neededMaintain a high level of product knowledge and awareness of market trends

Requirements:

Experience in a customer-facing sales role (experience in timber, builders’ merchants, or trade supplies is a plus)Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skillsComfortable with outbound calling and face-to-face client interactionsAble to work effectively in a fast-paced, physically active environmentStrong organisational skills and a proactive approach to problem-solvingAmbition to progress into leadership positions within the company

What We Offer:

Competitive salary up to £35,000 although starting at £28,000 depending on experienceClear and supported progression path to Deputy Manager and Site Manager rolesA friendly, team-oriented environmentOpportunity to be part of a well-established and growing business

Interested?
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat.

Aqumen Business Solutions is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.



  • Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, England
  • Salary: £28k - 35k per year
  • Type: Contract
  • Recruiter: Aqumen Recruitment
  • Posted: 09-May-2025
  • Posted on: careers4a.com