Trade Counter Sales Representative

dormakaba International Holding AG, Hitchin, Hertfordshire

Trade Counter Sales Representative

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dormakaba International Holding AG, Hitchin, Hertfordshire

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 25 Oct | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: fd2061aa960a48b6b9ece7a8ceedf610

Full Job Description

Due to an internal promotion, we are currently looking for a Trade Counters Sales Representative, based in the South East of England, to look after our customers in the facilities, construction and maintenance sectors. A JOB THAT MATTERS: YOUR TASKS Trade Counters is a hugely successful part of dormakaba who sell door products and hardware directly to the construction, facilities and other industry. This can be anyone from sole traders all the way to regional and national businesses. The role is to provide a "bridge" between the customer and the trade counters depot. Based from home in the South East of England, you will visit existing and new customers on a regular basis. You could be discussing upcoming projects, identify opportunities and promoting new products which could be of interest to the client. This will involve keeping up to date with current trends in product usage, product technical details, changes in legislation affecting the use of the products, and being able to communicate this to both customers and colleagues to ensure that we are always "on point" with everything we do. Your aim will be to become the "trusted supplier" to these businesses, with a solution to every eventuality. This role needs a real "team player" and effective communicator. Someone who can keep the office in touch with what is going on in the industry whilst developing the market, promoting the brand, creating and employing an effective sales strategy which enables you to hit targets and assure the success of the Trade Counters operation.

  • Previous experience in a business-to-business sales role promoting technical products ideally (but not necessarily) to the construction or facilities industries.
  • Examples of being able to develop and maintain long term, "consultative" sales relationships with your customers, with clear systematic and strategic thinking.
  • Effective self-management and prioritisation skills with the ability to organise and maintain your own diary, as well as utilising IT systems for sales orders and customer relations management.
  • Proven ability to meet and exceed KPIs and sales targets.
  • Full UK, manual drivers licence with no more than three penalty point

    We are at the heart of every place that matters. As a leading global provider in the access solutions market for schools, banks, airports, hospitals, hotels, and many more, we enable seamless movement within secure, safe, and sustainable places. Our work is IMPORTANT. YOU are important. We provide our people with the tools to shape their careers for growth. With around 16,000 employees worldwide, EVERY team member contributes to our mission and can make a positive difference. By working as one global team, we continue growing the business, growing together, and growing ourselves. Build your career with us!

    At dormakaba we are a globally successful company, employing more than 15,000 employees worldwide with over 500 in the UK across our various different sites. We care for our employees and so as well as an attractive package we also offer development and training opportunities, and provide the following benefits:
  • Company Vehicle
  • Competitive sales bonus scheme
  • 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
  • Holiday Purchase Scheme
  • SMART Pension Scheme (Enhanced Company Contributions)
  • Upon reaching qualifying period, enhanced maternity and paternity offer to eligible employees
  • Life Assurance
  • Healthcare Support, including an Employee Support and Assistance Programme
  • Health & Welling App inc Digital GP Service
  • Access to LinkedIn Learning
  • Employee Discounts Available
  • At dormakaba we believe in the success of diverse teams and in providing equal opportunities for our employees. We value the uniqueness of each of our colleagues and strive to create a culture where everyone can be their authentic selves.