Donaldson Group

Join Our Team as an External Sales Representative based at Barnsley or our new site at Botany Bay!

About Us:

Nu Style Products, a division of Donaldson Group, we specialise in high quality laminate products for the building and construction industries.  Donaldson Group is a leading, family-owned timber industry company with a rich heritage spanning over 160 years with a range of 17 businesses and brands. We pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, customer satisfaction, and environmental responsibility.

Position Overview:

As part of our growth strategy for our Perform Panel product we have an excellent opportunity for an External Sales Representative, covering North-West England and North Wales. You will be responsible for driving new business, maintaining existing client relationships, and achieving sales targets. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who enjoys working independently and loves the challenge of achieving results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prospect and generate new business leads through various channels (cold calling, networking, and referrals).
• Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers.
• Conduct face-to-face meetings with clients to understand their needs and offer tailored solutions.
• Negotiate and close sales deals to achieve monthly and quarterly targets.
• Provide excellent customer service, ensuring clients are satisfied and supported post-sale.
• Keep up to date with product knowledge, industry trends, and competitor activities.
• Report regularly on sales performance, customer feedback, and market trends.
• Attend Trade Shows when required.

Skills and experience:

• Proven experience in external sales or field sales, ideally within similar industry.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to build rapport and maintain long-term customer relationships.
• Self-motivated and target-driven with a proven track record of achieving sales goals.
• Full driving license and access to a vehicle.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage time effectively.
• A proactive and solution-oriented approach to sales.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary.
• Flexible working patterns.
• Discretionary bonus scheme.
• Opportunities for career development within a reputable and growing organisation.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• A catalogue of additional benefits available to purchase such as critical illness cover, cycle to work scheme and additional holidays.

Work Hours: This full-time role entails 40 hours per week. The role requires flexibility with working hours, and you will need to adapt to client needs and schedules, which may sometimes require evening or weekend work to meet deadlines and achieve targets.

We can also consider part-time hours via job share, shorter working days or fewer days each week. Please let us know any considerations when applying to this vacancy.

Join Us: If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding career journey with a company that values your contributions and invests in your success, apply now by sending your CV to recruitment@donaldson-timber.co.uk by 14^th March 2025.

Join Our Team as an Internal Sales Representative in Perth

About Us:

With decades of experience in timber and building products, highly knowledgeable staff and 15 branches across Scotland, it’s easy to see why MGM Timber is Scotland’s top independent timber merchant. Our experience and geographical spread enable us to provide unrivalled service to all our customers, large or small. Since 2005 we have been part of the James Donaldson Group which is a leading, family-owned timber industry company with a rich heritage spanning over 160 years with a range of 17 businesses and brands. We pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, customer satisfaction, and environmental responsibility.

Position Overview:
As an Internal Sales Representative, you will be the first point of contact for our customers, playing a key role in driving sales growth. You will manage customer accounts, generate new business leads, and provide excellent customer service, all while working closely with our sales team to achieve sales targets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle incoming sales inquiries via phone, email, and online platforms.
• Proactively identify and generate new sales opportunities through cold calling, networking, and research.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Prepare and deliver sales quotations, proposals, and product information to clients.
• Collaborate with the external sales team to develop and implement sales strategies.
• Update and maintain customer databases and sales records.
• Meet or exceed monthly sales targets and KPIs.
• Provide after-sales support, addressing any customer issues or concerns promptly.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven experience in sales, preferably in an internal sales or customer service role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to close deals effectively.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to work independently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM software.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary.
• Flexible working patterns.
• Discretionary bonus scheme.
• Opportunities for career development within a reputable and growing organisation.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• A catalogue of additional benefits available to purchase such as critical illness cover, cycle to work scheme and additional holidays.

Work Hours: This full-time role entails 44 hours per week. Work hours are Monday to Thursday from 7.30am to 5.00pm, Friday from 7.30am to 4.00pm and you will be required to work a Saturday morning on a rota basis. We can also consider part-time hours via job share, shorter working days or fewer days each week. Please let us know any considerations when applying to this vacancy.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about sales and eager to contribute to a successful team, we want to hear from you! Apply now to become our next Internal Sales Representative by sending your CV to recruitment@donaldson-timber.co.uk by 28^th February 2025.