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MKM Building Supplies
MKM Building Supplies

Electrical Manager

Kingston upon Hull On-site 2-5 yrs exp Building Materials 1,793 employees
Electrical SalesCustomer ServiceCustomer Relationship BuildingQuotationsProduct Advice

Requirements

Previous sales experience in an electrical wholesaler environment is essential, along with confidence dealing with customers and the ability to build strong customer relationships. Applicants must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a good telephone manner, computer literacy, and a full driver's licence.

Job Description

MKM 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 143 branches and over 3300 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!

In this position, you will report into the Branch Directors and will play a key role in the sale of Electrical products therefore previous sales experience in a similar role within an electrical wholesaler environment is essential.

Responsibilities And Duties

  • Providing quotations for customers.
  • Building and maintaining good working relationships both with customers and team members within the branch.
  • Liaising with manufacturers and suppliers to purchase materials, whilst managing stock levels for all categories.
  • Dealing with customers both face to face and over the telephone.
  • Giving excellent customer service and sound product advice. Going the extra mile to meet customer expectations, whilst striving to make MKM the company of choice for electrical sales.
  • Customer deliveries when required.
  • Taking a proactive approach to electrical sales, using every opportunity to make or increase a sale to develop electrical sales within the branch.

Qualifications And Skills

  • Previous sales experience in an electrical wholesaler 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.
  • Full drivers’ licence is essential.

Benefits

  • A competitive pay package
  • Company car or car allowance
  • Generous discretionary bonus scheme
  • Substantial staff discounts
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Holiday scheme which rewards length of service
  • Holiday Purchase Scheme
  • Perkbox discounts
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Financial planning support
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Life Assurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Enhanced maternity/ paternity
  • Mental health support

Any queries, please call on: 01482 262280 - available 8am-5pm, Monday - Friday.

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Skills

Electrical SalesCustomer ServiceCustomer Relationship BuildingQuotationsProduct AdviceStock ManagementSupplier LiaisonTelephone CommunicationInterpersonal CommunicationComputer LiteracySales DevelopmentDriving

About MKM Building Supplies

MKM is the leading Independent Builders’ Merchant in the UK, with over 100 branches and counting across the UK. We provide materials for the trade and DIY projects offering friendly expert advice from our local in branch specialists. From building materials, plumbing and heating suppliers and timber to landscaping, kitchens and bathrooms, we are confident that you'll find the right products for your project with MKM Building Supplies. Whilst providing an extensive range of quality, industry recognised products we also offer an unparalleled level of customer service. Each branch is part owned and managed by Branch Directors who have carefully selected their own team of local, experienced specialists who will go above and beyond to make sure you get the right product at the right price. Plus nearly all branches now have a Kitchen and Bathroom showroom open to the public to showcase our fantastic range of kitchens and bathrooms. In house specialists can create FREE 3D designs and will be with you or your customer from design all the way through to delivery.

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