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Interaction Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Trade Counter Sales candidate from a builders merchant background to join their busy client in Watford on a full-time permanent basis. This role is working Monday to Friday 07:00 to 16:30 and Saturday 07:00 to 10:30. Salary: £30k to £35k per annum This role involves: • serving customers over the trade counter, • liaising with customers and suppliers via phone and email, • sending quotes, • processing orders, • building rapport with existing and new customers, • bringing on new business and lapsed customers, • supporting yard / back office staff, • previous trade counter experience, • previous experience working in a builders merchant, • confident facing customers, • strong numerical skills to work out margins and product quantities, • computer literate, • able to work Monday to Saturday, • local to Watford or able to commute easily Trade Counter / Trade Desk / Counter Sales / Building Supplies / Builders Merchant / Builders Merchants / Trade Counter...

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A family-run builders' merchant in Kings Langley is seeking an experienced Forklift Truck Driver to join the yard team. The role involves operating a forklift for loading and unloading, assisting customers, and ensuring the yard is clean and safe. Applicants must hold a valid forklift licence, posse

Handling enquiries and sales of Garage Doors and related products. Experience working in the Garage Door/Construction Industry, builders merchants, home improvements etc. Access Garage Doors have been established since 1976.

Salary: £35,000–£38,000 + Bonuses (OTE £3,000–£4,000) Hours: Monday–Friday 7:30am–5:00pm + Saturday rota (9:00am–12:30pm) Benefits: Company car, mobile phone, 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays, pension, health cash plan A long‑established and reputable installation business within the home improvement sector is seeking an experienced Office Manager to oversee the day‑to‑day running of their Watford operation. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small, busy, and supportive team where you’ll manage office operations, coordinate installations, and lead a team of four. This is a hands‑on role that will involve learning the product range and occasionally assisting with lifting and moving goods. Key Responsibilities Leading, supporting, and developing a team of four Managing customer enquiries and product sales Handling incoming calls and emails Providing face‑to‑face customer service Processing orders and scheduling installation work Checking deliveries against paperwork and maintaining stock accuracy Ensuring the office runs efficiently and professionally Some heavy lifting involved as part of the role Essential Skills & Experience Previous supervisory or management experience Strong sales and customer service background Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Confident managing workload and prioritising tasks IT literate High attention to detail Team‑focused approach Full UK driving licence (up to 3 points acceptable) Desirable Backgrounds Garage doors Construction Home improvements Builders’ merchants Installation‑based or product‑led environments What’s on Offer £35,000–£38,000 basic salary (DOE) Monthly, quarterly, and annual bonus scheme (OTE £3,000–£4,000) Company car Company mobile phone 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays Health cash plan Company pension Supportive working environment and full training #INDEI (url removed)

Vacancy No 5527 Vacancy Title External Sales Representative- Insulation/Firestop/Acoustic (contractors) Location London Our client 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 their 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. The company 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. Key duties and 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. Requirements • 3+ years of experience in an external sales role, ideally in the construction industry., • 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., • Identify leads, manage prospects and acquire new business., • Support existing clients., • Effectively demonstrate product line knowledge, • Meet established goals and sales targets., • Experience working with building contractors. Benefits Company car 24 days holidays per year Pension Group life cover Health care cash plan Employee Assistance Program Laptop & mobile phone Bike To Work scheme Refer A Friend scheme Career progression A friendly team-focused working environment SRS Recruitment Solutions are leading Construction Recruiters and Construction Products Recruiters specialising in Construction Products Sales Jobs, Technical Sales Building Products Jobs, Construction Product Manufacturer Jobs, Field Sales Jobs Construction, Specification Sales Jobs, A&D Sales Jobs, Interiors Sales Jobs, Design & Sales Consultant Jobs, Business Development Manager Jobs, Building Materials Jobs, Building Sales Jobs, Builders Merchants Jobs, Plumbers Merchants Jobs, Timber Merchant Jobs, Plumbing & Heating Jobs, HVAC Jobs, Timber & Joinery Jobs, Building Envelope Jobs, Roofing Materials Jobs, Fenestration Jobs, Civil Engineering Sales Jobs, KBB Jobs, Specialist Sales Jobs, Plant Hire Jobs, Tool Hire Jobs, Construction Design Jobs, CAD Jobs, Construction Management Jobs, Admin/Support/Finance/Warehouse/ Logistics Jobs, Production Jobs, Marketing Jobs, Senior Management Vacancies, Director Vacancies, Sales Director Jobs, Health & Safety / SHEQ Vacancies, Safety Products Sales Jobs

Our client were established in the late 80's manufacturing a range of joinery products such as Mouldings, Stair Parts, Wall panels and ancillary items and are recognised as a market leader in their field. They operate from an 81,000 sq ft site having outgrown their previous factory and offices. Over the last 5 years, they have started supplying many retail giants as well as independent and national builders merchants throughout the UK. They are now looking to build on the success story and recruit a southern based Key Accounts Manager to maintain existing accounts but also seek out and develop new business in a proactive manner. The area broadly runs from Oxfordshire across to the East coast and includes southwards so this person will be structured in terms of territory planning and also used to covering a large region. The company also recognise the need to update their product range regularly to keep things fresh and innovative as well as keeping ahead of the competition. Ideally you will have a background in timber and joinery products and have sold into merchants and stockists before. A full structured induction programme will be in place for the right person as well. If you are currently in a field sales role with a merchant and want that opportunity to join a manufacturer, then it would be well worth applying too

Product Demonstrator – Tools & Accessories Area: North London / Hertfordshire Salary & Package • Basic Salary: £33,500, • OTE: £10,000, • Company Vehicle Provided, • Health We are recruiting on behalf of a leading premium manufacturer of tools and accessories, recognised across the industry for quality, innovation, and high-performance products. This is a strong, established brand operating at the top end of the market, trusted by trade professionals, contractors, and merchants across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on, practical individual who wants to come off the tools but stay within the trade environment, representing a respected manufacturer in a customer-facing, field-based role. The Role • Demonstrating premium tools and accessories to trade professionals and end users, • Delivering hands-on product demonstrations in merchant branches, trade counters, and customer sites, • Supporting sales teams with real-world product knowledge and technical insight, • Attending trade events, branch visits, and live demonstrations, • Building strong relationships with merchants, contractors, and distributors, • Feeding back market intelligence and product performance insights The Company • Leading manufacturer within the premium tools and accessories sector, • Known for quality, reliability, and innovation at the high end of the market, • Strong reputation with trade professionals and national distribution networks, • Established brand with a trusted product range used across the construction and trade industries The Ideal Candidate • Background in a skilled trade such as carpenter, plumber, electrician, landscaper, or similar, • Could also suit an apprentice or early-career individual in landscaping or construction, • Strong hands-on experience using tools in a real working environment, • Looking to come off the tools and move into a field-based representative role, • Confident communicator with the ability to engage trade professionals, • Passionate about tools, equipment, and practical product performance, • Full UK driving licence required About the Opportunity • Ideal move for someone stepping away from site work into a long-term career role, • Opportunity to represent a premium, well-respected brand in the field, • Excellent blend of practical knowledge and commercial exposure Ref: CPJ1810

Vacancy Ref: JR1976 Vacancy: Assistant Manager Industry: Trade Merchant - Electrical Location: Watford, Hertfordshire Salary & Benefits: Salary up to £35,000 + bonus, pension scheme and other benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced trade merchant professional with some people management experience to join this market-leading distributor of electrical products. We are seeking to recruit a customer service focused Assistant Manager to join this successful company to work alongside the manager in this busy branch. The ability to positively influence relationships with both customers and suppliers is essential, for which you will need a proven sales / customer driven supervisory background with current or recent experience in the trade suppliers sector. eg plumbers merchant, electrical wholesale, builders merchant etc. What’s in it for you • The chance to join a successful and profitable company that has plans for further growth and expansion • Supervise a service based small team of 6 staff • Further develop your people management experience • Achievable targets • Salary of up to £35,000 + bonus • 25 days holiday + bank holidays Responsibilities • Be responsible for running the site, staffing, sales, logistics and other branch activities • Working alongside the branch manager and taking responsibility when they are off site • Provide customers with great service ensuring their continued loyalty • Manage sales and look after key customers where required • You will have day-to-day operational responsibility and a hands on approach to the business. • You will be working as part of the team as well as supervising the branch operations • You will be developing good working relationships with customers whilst managing an experienced and stable team of people. Requirements • Recent or current Management / Supervisory experience in a trade merchant sector. • Full UK driving licence is preferred • Strong organisational and leadership skills to empower and develop their team and lead by example. The Company A well-established growing business with plans for further branch openings The company is financially secure, enjoys first class supplier and customer relationships, and has an extensive network of branches. If you want to share in this success, enjoy responsibility, and experience the reward of helping to run a busy branch, please send your CV for immediate review. All applications are dealt with in the strictest of confidence. Rhodium Consulting Ltd is a niche recruitment consultancy specialising in wholesalers, merchants and distributors within the building products sector. We strive to be the industry leader in delivering the highest calibre of candidates to our client companies, whilst enhancing the careers of our candidates. For further information and contact details, please visit our website

Branch Manager Based in Watford, Herts Salary: £35,000-£38,000p.a. salary dependent on experience + bonuses Successful Garage Door, entrance door and patio awning installation company is looking for an experienced Manager for their Watford Branch. This is a great opportunity to be a part of a small but busy team and manage the planning, co-ordination and operation of the branch. The Role You will be responsible for all aspects of running and maintaining an efficient Branch operation, answering and making telephone calls, responding to emails, processing orders and scheduling installations. You will have a team of 4 to manage and provide general support to. This position also involves lifting garage doors and is a hands on role. The successful candidate will need to learn all aspects of the products we sell. Responsibilities will include ; Managing a team of 4 staff Handling enquiries and sales of Garage Doors and related products Responding to emails Dealing with telephone enquiries from the general public, work colleagues and suppliers Dealing with customers face to face Some heavy lifting involved Check condition and quantities of all delivered goods against delivery notes Essential Skills/Competencies The ideal candidate should have supervisory, sales, and admin experience with clear communication skills. Sales Skills Leadership Skills Ability to Manage Time and Workload Effectively Excellent communication skills both written and verbally IT literate Ability to Work in a Team Environment Strong attention to detail Clean driving licence a maximum of 3 points is acceptable Desirable Experience working in the Garage Door/Construction Industry, builders merchants, home improvements etc. Access Garage Doors have been established since 1976. Hours Monday Friday 7.30am 5.00pm plus Saturday 9.00 12.30pm on a rota basis. Benefits £35,000-£38,000p.a. salary dependent on experience + bonuses Monthly, quarterly and annual performance related bonus scheme OTE £3,000-£4,000 Company Car Company Mobile Phone 5 weeks paid holiday + bank holidays Company health cash plan Company pension contributions Friendly working conditions and full training provided TPBN1_UKTJ

We have an exciting role available for a People Advisor within the People Team, based at our Head Office in Shirley, Solihull.You will play a vital part within our small and friendly team, promoting best practice and company values for all people activities across our branches/offices and with our 4

EH Smith Builders Merchants is looking for a People Advisor to join their team at the Head Office in Solihull.

Builders' Merchants News is seeking a Transport & Logistics Supervisor for their operations in Surrey.

Covering North London, the Northern Home Counties, and East Anglia, you’ll manage accounts with builders merchants, plumbers merchants, and distributors.

Are you a proven HEAD OF HR ready to join a recognised market leader in construction materials?.We’re partnering with one of the UK’s premier manufacturers of Construction Products to find an ambitious HEAD OF HR to assist our Client in their continued growth within the UK.A market leader renown

Arco Recruitment is seeking an experienced Transport Manager in Liverpool for a leading Builders Merchants.

A leading construction materials firm is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive new business in London and the South East.This role involves identifying opportunities, influencing specifications, and building lasting relationships across various stakeholders.The ideal candidate must have a

Recruit Select Limited is seeking a Branch Manager to oversee operations in New Malden, London.This full-time role requires experience in managing a depot within the wholesale or building industries.As part of a small team, you will coordinate branch activities and ensure efficient operation.The com

Worldpay is looking for a skilled sales professional to drive new business sales within the UK market.You will leverage consultative selling techniques to build relationships with retailers and present Worldpay's extensive range of products.Successful candidates will have at least 2 years of experie

A reputable manufacturing company in the East Midlands is seeking an Operations Director to enhance operational efficiency and drive growth.The ideal candidate will possess senior-level experience in a complex manufacturing environment, with strong skills in planning and workflow management.This pos

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The ideal candidate will have experience in the builders' merchants sector and strong people-management skills.

Lords Builders Merchants, based in Seer Green, is looking for an experienced HGV Driver to join our supportive team.

Transport & Logistics Supervisor – Construction – Surrey.We are retained by a leading and long‑established Access company that, due to expansion, is seeking a Transport & Logistics Supervisor.Our client has been providing Access Solutions to the Construction Sector across the UK and Europe for

A major recruitment agency is seeking a Regional Sales Manager in the United Kingdom to promote and sell industry-leading domestic heating controls through the merchant network.The ideal candidate will possess sales experience in the heating & plumbing sector and have a strong understanding of the s

Proven experience in a timber or builders‑merchants environment in a managerial position.

We have an exciting role available for a People Advisor within the People Team, based at our Head Office in Shirley, Solihull.You will play a vital part within our small and friendly team, promoting best practice and company values for all people activities across our branches/offices and with our 4

Operations Director - East Midlands.This is a well-established, well-invested, privately owned business with a strong reputation, a diverse customer base, and the capability to deliver both high-volume and highly bespoke work.The opportunity for growth is real.This is about taking a good business an

Builders' Merchants News is seeking a Regional Sales Executive in North West England to drive sales of timber and timber products.

This role involves driving sales in a diverse product portfolio, fostering relationships with independent and national merchants, and actively seeking opportunities to grow market share.

They supply joinery companies, merchants, high‑end fit‑out companies, shopfitters and manufacturers. Our client is one of the UK’s leading Timber Merchants and a leading supplier of Timber & Timber Products.

A leading construction materials company is looking for a Head of Sales to develop and implement sales strategies across the United Kingdom.The successful candidate will lead a national sales team, driving revenue and building relationships with key customers.Candidates should possess a strong backg

Lords Builders Merchants was established 40 years ago and remains a family‑run business. Part of the Lords Group of companies, Lords Builders Merchants offers good opportunities for growth and development.

Build relationships across contractors, merchants, architects and procurement teams. Strong relationships across contractors, merchants or related stakeholders.

Driver Hire Uxbridge are now recruiting for HGV Cat C (Class 2) HIAB Drivers on behalf of our client, one of the UK's fastest growing builder's merchants based in Hayes.

As HEAD OF SALES you will be responsible for leading and developing relationships with key target customers including Plumbing & Heating Merchants, National and Independent Builders Merchants, Merchant Buying Groups, DIY Groups, Wholesalers, Specialist Distributors, Online Sellers etc.

Lords Builders Merchants is looking for an Electrical Branch Manager to take full ownership of the electrical department at our Sudbury branch. Lords Builders Merchants was established 40 years ago and remains a family‑run business. Part of the Lords Group of companies, Lords Builders Merchants of

A family-owned SME in Southern England is seeking a Managing Director to drive growth in an asset-intensive business.This hands-on role demands a commercially astute leader ready to take ownership of P&L, with a strong sales bias and experience in related industries.The ideal candidate will play a c

A leading UK manufacturing group is seeking a Head of Group Sustainability Development.This senior role focuses on customer engagement and sustainability leadership to leverage sustainability for commercial advantage.Responsibilities include leading external engagement, supporting sales, and oversee

Builders' Merchants News is looking for a Head of HR in the East Midlands to lead HR strategies and practices.

Lords Builders Merchants was established 40 years ago and remains a family‑run business. Part of the Lords Group of companies, Lords Builders Merchants offers good opportunities for growth and development.

Managing Director – Equipment Rental – Southern England.We’re delighted to be partnering on a retained search for a Managing Director to lead an ambitious, family‑owned SME in Southern England as it enters an exciting new growth chapter.This is a high‑impact, hands‑on leadership role wit

Head of Group Sustainability Development UK – Midlands preferred (national remit).A highly successful, privately owned UK manufacturing group operating across multiple construction product brands is seeking to appoint a Head of Group Sustainability Development.This is a senior, customer-facing sus

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The salary advertised is full time (35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year).Part-time hours / sessional posts will be pro-rated accordingly.This is a 52 week non-sessional post i.Post 1 - Full time 35 hour post.Monday - Thursday, 09:00-17:00.Wednesday & Thursday, 08:00-17:00.You will be asked to indic