External Sales Representative

U Value Insulation

20h

About The Position

External Sales Representative - South East London Region U Value Insulation is an established international company, with over 40 years’ experience offering the building industry vast product choice combined with in-depth technical expertise. Distributing an extensive product catalogue for application across the full range of floor, wall and roof requirements, ensuring a one stop shop for all our client needs. We stock the very best brands & highest quality product ranges at competitive prices across thermal, acoustic and fire protection insulation products guaranteeing the widest choice and best value. U Value Insulation is undergoing substantial growth and is currently looking for an External Sales Representative (contractors) to become part of the external sales team. In this role, you will interact directly with contractors to establish your own customer base and contribute to the company’s sales expansion.

Requirements

2 plus years of experience in an external sales role, ideally in the construction industry but not essential.
Adaptable, self-driven & team oriented.
Strong negotiation skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to multi-task, organize, and prioritize work.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, within a high growth business.
Ability to demonstrate confidence, resilient and target focus in a tough but rewarding industry.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with building contractors is an advantage.

Responsibilities

Build new sales opportunities with main contractors in-person, with follow-up quotations, calls and emails to generate new sales.
Prospect new business through company background research and other pertinent lead information.
Identify customer's buying trends and provide reports to management.
Enter, update, and maintain CRM information on leads, prospects, and opportunities.
Grow new business by engaging with decision making stakeholders within the construction industry.
Build a strong network of industry & sector partners, to support business growth and retention.
Achieve sales KPI's and targets.
Work collaboratively as part of the wider sales teams, customer operations and logistics.
Participate in sales meetings to communicate pipeline and progress on sales opportunities.
Identify leads, manage prospects and acquire new business.
Support existing clients.
Effectively demonstrate product line knowledge
Meet established goals and sales targets.