Trainee Sales Consultant at Vistry Group PLC

Peterborough, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Facing Role, Lead Generation, Sales Targets, Sales Skills, IT Skills, Negotiation Skills, Administration Skills, Organizational Skills, Communication Skills, Planning Skills, Property Interest, Complaint Handling, Team Collaboration, Flexibility, Driving License, Vehicle Access

Industry

Construction

Description

Role Overview In a Nutshell… We have a great opportunity for a Trainee Sales Consultant to join our team within Vistry East Anglia, based at one of our developments in Littleport or Oundle or Corby or the Peterborough area to support existing Sales Consultants across the region. As our Trainee Sales Consultant you will be responsible for supporting the Sales Consultants in the day to day running of the regional sales offices in accordance with the customer journey. Working with the Sales Consultants, give support to the sales process with customers, maintaining necessary records and documentation during all stages of the sales progress across several sites and housing ranges within the sales hub and assist with the delivery of successful continual sales at all sites within the designated sales offices. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we’re also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. Let’s cut to the chase, what’s in it for you… Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance – 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits… In return, what we would like from you… Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality 5 GCSEs / GCE including Mathematics / English (at C grade or above). Experience working in a customer facing role. Experience in generating leads and sales through telephone-based business development. Proven track record of achieving sales targets Proven track record of exceptional sales Excellent IT skills with demonstrable knowledge of Microsoft Office tools Ability to handle complaints and difficult situations Strong negotiation and sales skills Excellent administration and organisational skills An interest in property and the housing market Good planning and organisational skills Patience and ability to remain calm under pressure Excellent communication skills A friendly, trustworthy, and professional attitude The ability to work under pressure and meet sales targets. Willing to be flexible in respect of day to day duties and hours worked Willing to travel to all sales sites, including regional offices Full driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle. More about the Trainee Sales Consultant role… Proactively seek out prospective sales and follow up all enquiries with telephone communication and marketing literature to optimise the business opportunity for sales across all sites within the designated sales offices Support with the creation and delivery of informative and clear Virtual tours of sites and house plots to all customers within the designated sales offices Assist with any implementation of new innovation in fulfilling the business targets on new home sales across all sites within the designated sales office. Support the Sales Consultants with customer negotiations to ensure the best sales outcome for the business Utilise all technology available to ensure innovation in generating sales in differing environmental and economic conditions Assist the Sales Consultants with pre-booked customers visits as required, ensuring that these are arranged at suitable times and are undertaken effectively. Travel to all sites within the specified sales hub’s area to undertake pre booked customer appointments as required Develop a detailed knowledge of all Bovis Homes and Linden Homes sites and the build progress within the specified office to ensure each customer is given every opportunity to purchase a new home Develop a detailed knowledge of all Bovis Homes and Linden Homes house types and plots available and upcoming within all sites within specified office to ensure each customer is given every opportunity to purchase a new home. At all times follow the sales process as set out in the Sales induction training and development and Procedure Guide with every customer. Proactively working as a member of the sales team within the area and demonstrating effective team working skills with others who may be in the same office area or area. Learn how to evaluate each sales process with customers as to how the sale can be achieved more effectively, efficiently, and profitably for the Company. Assist with the proactive selling of all types of customer extras across all reservations to drive additional profit for the Company as required. Ensure every customer contact is recorded on the relevant IT system and in line with GDPR. Deal with all customers in a polite, friendly, and efficient manner. Support the Sales Consultants in ensuring that customers are kept fully and regularly informed of the progress of their purchase. Develop a detailed knowledge of all relevant purchase assistance schemes, alternative site and house type options as directed by the Company, to ensure every customer is offered a bespoke choice of sales and purchase options for them. Work with the Site teams across all Hub sites when required to understand the progress of build of current plots and prospective plots in order to provide customer information to the sites and, in turn, clearly communicate with the customer. Implement the Company’s continuous drive to deliver excellent customer service by advocating the customer journey and consistently exceeding customer expectations. When required, support the Sales Consultants to deliver high quality home demonstrations both virtually and face to face in conjunction with the build/maintenance teams in the home that the customer has purchased. Carry out daily tasks required for each of the specified sites within the designated office. Support colleagues within all sales hubs to ensure all aspects of the sales process are completed to the required standard with all customers. Ensure all relevant stakeholders and colleagues working within the relevant sales office are informed of key departmental developments. Take responsibility for all company property and equipment across each site within the specified sales office. Finally, let’s tell you a bit more about us… We build more than homes, we’re making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you’ll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we’re a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. Join us in making Vistry. #LI-HA1

Responsibilities

The Trainee Sales Consultant will support Sales Consultants in the day-to-day operations of regional sales offices, assisting with customer interactions and maintaining records throughout the sales process. The role involves proactive engagement with prospective customers and collaboration with site teams to ensure effective communication and sales outcomes.