Connect, operating under the Screwfix banner and owned by the Kingfisher Group, is a leading name in the distribution of high-quality appliance spare parts and accessories. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional products and services to our diverse clientele across various sectors.
We have over 50 years’ experience in the appliance spare parts industry. Our most recent opportunity has been becoming part of Screwfix, which has allowed us to continue to expand with the extensive support, knowledge and resources that the Kingfisher group has to offer.

ABOUT THE ROLE AND TEAM:

We are seeking a confident and driven sales individual to join our regional sales team as a Business Development Manager.
As the face of our brand, you will deliver excellent service and sell our products to grow new and existing customer accounts.
You will thrive at working in the field and can expect three to four days on the road within the Southeast region.
Although this is a regional role, it will also require occasional visits to our Birmingham offices and Distribution centre.

THE ROLE WILL INVOLVE:

• Continually develop and grow all existing and new accounts within your geographical territory
• Converting prospects into successful customers through customer sales methods such as door-to-door, cold calling and presentations
• Building and maintaining a strong sales pipeline to ensure targets are achieved
• Preparing and presenting proposals, presentations, and quotations to potential customers
• Developing service, retail, web and new sector customers

TO BE SUCCESSFUL FOR THIS ROLE YOU WILL:

• Have previous B2B product sales experience
• Strong customer orientation and relationship building skills
• Self-motivated to work independently and part of a team in a fast paced, changing environment

What we offer:

• Company car
• Bonus scheme
• Retail Trust - a free online support and counselling service
• Employee support fund - non-repayable loan to help you in times of need
• Enhanced Parent Policy
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay
• HapiApp - Lots of retail discounts (shops, gyms etc) • Speak Up - a confidential service to report any incidents at work
• People Forum committee - a way for our people to have a say in the future of our business
• 20% discount within our retail stores
• Discount on all our stock
• Skillshub - a learning management system to boost your knowledge both in and out of the workplace
• PepTalk - a hub of hundreds of Pep Talks from industry professionals
• A generous Length of Service scheme
• Peakon Surveys - for you to have your say
• Charity events open for all to get involved in
• Company engagement event