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Leading electrical wholesaler/distributor looking for an experienced and professional Branch Manager to lead and manage all aspects of a busy and successful trade sales branch based in Fareham. You will possess previous industry experience with an extensive knowledge and network of electrical suppliers and contractors and managing high profile customer accounts for both new and existing business. You will need comprehensive knowledge and understanding of wholesale and distribution of electrical products in all areas including industrial automation, switchgear, cables, wiring accessories, lighting, lamps, energy management, safety and security. You will be able to build strong customer relationships and business growth with a proven track record of exceeding targets. A great opportunity for someone who can lead by example, head up their own branch and achieve the following accountabilities. •Managing, leading and developing the branch and sales management team focusing them on delivering profitable growth and outstanding customer service to the company’s target market segment. •Formulation of branch and area budgets in conjunction with business managers and responsibility for the management and achievement of the sales/profitability/working capital targets and service KPI’s. •Communication of the company’s service proposition, target markets and customer service ethos to all staff. •Supporting and driving the Group sales initiatives and promotions. •Monitoring, and being responsible for promoting health & safety, ensuring adherence to the company’s health and safety policy •Manage recruitment processes and dealing with day to day management of staff. Monitoring compliance with all relevant systems and procedures taking appropriate corrective actions; continually reviewing processes and recommending any changes to improve operational effectiveness, efficiency and profitability. Required skills & expertise: branch manager, assistant manager, electrial wholesale, business development

Our client is looking for an experienced External Sales professional to help drive sales forward for this leading national electrical wholesaler. The successful candidate will have electrical wholesale/distribution knowledge and the commercial acumen to continue to build relationships with existing customers as well as the ambition and enthusiasm to secure new business You will be dealing on a day-to-day basis with Electrical Contractors, Contract Managers, buyers for OEM & end users. It is a demanding yet rewarding job where you will develop close relationships with your customer base. Key Duties include: Visiting existing customers on a daily basis to maximise sales opportunities Prepare and progress quotations. The achievement of sales targets in relation to turnover and profitability Business planning and review meetings. New trading account generation Pro-active telephone canvassing for appointment generation To promote the good name of the company on all issues, and further develop relationships with New and existing customers Effective territory planning in order to maximise customer contact Ensure continual awareness of new and updated products as necessary Exploiting all opportunities to supply a wider range of products Ideal Candidate: Friendly, articulate, energetic, likeable, customer focused with excellent work ethic. You will have the ability to communicate effectively with customers both face to face and over the telephone. You will be well presented with a proven track record of delivering first class customer service at all times. Experience within an independent or national electrical wholesaler is desirable however the right attitude and willingness to learn is essential. Real ambition and a desire to succeed would be beneficial as the role offers excellent opportunities to progress in the future. Competitive basic salary + Bonus + Car Position: Permanent Please only apply if you have previous electrical wholesale or similar customer base experience. Required skills & expertise: Business Development, new business, external sales, field sales

Our client is looking for an experienced External Sales professional to help drive sales forward for this leading national electrical wholesaler. The successful candidate will have electrical wholesale/distribution knowledge and the commercial acumen to continue to build relationships with existing customers as well as the ambition and enthusiasm to secure new business You will be dealing on a day-to-day basis with Electrical Contractors, Contract Managers, buyers for OEM & end users. It is a demanding yet rewarding job where you will develop close relationships with your customer base. Key Duties include: Visiting existing customers on a daily basis to maximise sales opportunities Prepare and progress quotations. The achievement of sales targets in relation to turnover and profitability Business planning and review meetings. New trading account generation Pro-active telephone canvassing for appointment generation To promote the good name of the company on all issues, and further develop relationships with New and existing customers Effective territory planning in order to maximise customer contact Ensure continual awareness of new and updated products as necessary Exploiting all opportunities to supply a wider range of products Ideal Candidate: Friendly, articulate, energetic, likeable, customer focused with excellent work ethic. You will have the ability to communicate effectively with customers both face to face and over the telephone. You will be well presented with a proven track record of delivering first class customer service at all times. Experience within an independent or national electrical wholesaler is desirable however the right attitude and willingness to learn is essential. Real ambition and a desire to succeed would be beneficial as the role offers excellent opportunities to progress in the future. Competitive basic salary + Bonus + Car Position: Permanent Please only apply if you have previous electrical wholesale or similar customer base experience. Required skills & expertise: Business Development, new business, external sales, field sales

Branch Manager - Electrical wholesale Description Our client is a leader in the electrical wholesale market. Currently looking to recruit an experienced Electrical wholesale professional to manage all aspects of a busy and successful electrical profit centre. You will possess an extensive knowledge and network of electrical suppliers and contractors and managing high profile customer accounts for both new and existing business. You will need comprehensive knowledge and understanding of wholesale and distribution of electrical products in all areas including cables, wiring accessories, lighting, lamps, energy management, safety and security. You will be able to build strong customer relationships and business growth with a proven track record of exceeding targets. A great opportunity for someone who can lead by example, head up their own profit centre and achieve the following accountabilities. •Managing, leading and developing the branch and sales management team focusing them on delivering profitable growth and outstanding customer service to the company’s target market segment. •Formulation of branch and area budgets in conjunction with business managers and responsibility for the management and achievement of the sales/profitability/working capital targets and service KPI’s. •Communication of the company’s service proposition, target markets and customer service ethos to all staff. •Supporting and driving the Group sales initiatives and promotions. •Monitoring, and being responsible for promoting health & safety, ensuring adherence to the company’s health and safety policy •Manage recruitment processes and dealing with day to day management of staff. Monitoring compliance with all relevant systems and procedures taking appropriate corrective actions; continually reviewing processes and recommending any changes to improve operational effectiveness, efficiency and profitability. Required skills & expertise: branch manager, assistant manager, electrial wholesale, business development Job Type Permanent melanie@careermindedpeople.co. Telephone (phone number removed)

National Electrical Wholesaler looking to recruit an Internal sales/Trade Counter Sales person with previous electrical wholesale/supplies experience. Principle responsibilities: This is an all-round position covering all aspects of the branch’s functions. On a daily basis you will service customers on the trade counter, take orders via the telephone, prepare and progress quotations and assist in the warehouse if needed. Busy and varied role also including inventory control and buying product. Loads of scope to progress within the company. You will be dealing on a day-to-day basis with electrical contractors, contract managers, buyers for OEM and end users and occasionally the public. It is a demanding yet rewarding job where you will develop close relationships with the customer base. Ideal Candidate: Friendly, articulate, customer focused. You will have the ability to communicate effectively with customers both face to face and over the telephone. You will be well presented with a proven track record of delivering first class customer service at all times. Experience within a independent or national electrical Wholesalers is desired however experience within a trade customer facing role is essential. Real ambition and a desire to succeed would be beneficial as the role offers excellent opportunities to progress in the future. Company background: Leading UK National electrical wholesaler. All candidates will be asked to perform an online personality profile test prior to or at interview stage. Generous bonus based on profitability of branch. Full details to be advised at interview stage. Required skills & expertise: Trade counter, internal sales, electrical wholesale