The Company Grant & Stone Building Founded in 1987, Grant & Stone is an independently run business with an ethos of supplying the best quality goods and un-matched service. Grant & Stone has flourished to quickly become recognised as one of the leading providers to the building trade. At Grant & Stone, we have a deep respect and appreciation for our customers. We strive to serve their needs for quality building supplies every day in more than 55 branches, with over 258 employees supporting our vision to be the best local merchant to do business with. The desire to serve our customers has been the driving force behind our growth and our strategy. We are dedicated to our people and supporting our local communities. From our Branch Support Centres to the employees throughout our branches, every individual plays a role in helping ensure the business’ success. Grant & Stone is proud to be part of the Independent Builders Merchant Group (IBMG). IBMG is the largest independent merchant group in the South of England operating through five core divisions (Builders Merchants, Timber, Plumbing & Heating, Roofing and Electrical), primarily serving trade customers with an extensive range of products. IBMG has over 170 branches extending from Penzance to Margate, generating revenues in excess of £650 million and are supported by over 2,200 colleagues. Due to the continued success and expansion of our business, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a External Sales Assistant to join our team at Reading. The Role We currently have an opportunity for an External Sales Representative to join our team for the Reading Area. You will provide customers with advice and guidance on the selection and use of products ,maximize sales and margin for the company, manage all customer accounts assigned to you, coordinating a profitable and professional working relationship between company and customer. Build and maintain strong customer relationships through regular face to face contact. Work with manufacturers to maximise sales, coverage and profit potential. Specific Experience & Skills Required Full driving licence (essential) Sales experience Builders' merchant experience Experience in a similar role The ability to build and maintain relationships with different types of customer Comfortable operating a computer based sales processing system Good telephone manner Friendly, articulate, customer focused Self motivated & driven The Hours Week 1: Monday to Friday 07:30 -17:15 Week 2: Monday to Friday 07:30 -17:15 & Saturday 08:00-12:00 The Rewards Joining us means joining the leading and largest Independent Builders’ Merchant in the South of England. We provide training, support, and opportunities for career progression through our commitment to creating a great work environment where you’re encouraged to be and do your best. You’ll be joining a friendly and welcoming team. We offer an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive salary, pension, bonus scheme, employee assistance programme, perks membership and staff discount.