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Stark

Trade Counter Sales

Kilmarnock

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Seniority
Mid level
Country
GB
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
2 Sept 2026

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the posting

At Jewson, part of Stark UK, we believe that our greatest asset is our people! We're not just a team; we’re a vibrant community driven by decency, passion, and pride in everything we do. We are committed to creating a dynamic workplace where everyone can thrive and unleash their full potential. If you’re looking for a place where your ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated, you’ve found your home!

We know the trade. In fact, on average you'll find close to 90 years' experience in every Jewson branch!

This is a full-time role working Monday-Friday, 7:30am-5:00pm, and every other Saturday from 8:00am-12:00pm.

We are looking for a Senior Sales Advisor to join our team in Kilmarnock ( KA1 3XA) ,helping to grow sales through excellent customer service, account management and proactive selling.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Manage and grow existing customer accounts
  • Build strong relationships with trade customers
  • Handle enquiries, quotes and orders from start to finish
  • Follow up quotes and leads to maximise sales
  • Identify opportunities to cross-sell products and services
  • Proactively contact new and lapsed customers to generate business
  • Provide product advice and tailored solutions
  • Work closely with the external sales team and wider branch
  • Support sales initiatives and promotions
  • Maximise sales, margin and customer satisfaction

What We’re Looking For

  • Experience in trade sales, internal sales or account management
  • Ideally from a builders’ merchant, construction materials or trade environment
  • Strong customer service and relationship-building skills
  • Good knowledge of building materials and products
  • Commercially aware, with a focus on sales and margin
  • Confident handling quotes, enquiries and customer accounts
  • Proactive, organised and motivated to win new business
  • A proven track record of achieving sales targets
  • Customer-focused, positive and passionate about the merchant industry, with a strong team spirit, high standards and pride in building lasting customer relationships

What’s in it for you

Competitive Basic Salary

Performance Related Bonus

34 days holiday per year

Retirement Savings Plan (Pension) – with Legal & General

Life Assurance

Work Perks – A platform home to hundreds of all your favourite high street and online discounts via the provider Reward Gateway

Aviva Digicare+ Workplace App (Access to a digital GP, second medical opinions, Mental Health consultation, bereavement service, nutritional consultation)

Voluntary company benefits such as Car Salary Sacrifice scheme with VWFS, Cycle2Work, Benenden Healthcare, Critical Illness Cover

Refer a Friend scheme

Wellbeing Centre via Work Perks

Why Choose Us?

Quality - We’re unwavering in our commitment to providing outstanding products and service that exceed our customers’ expectations.

Supportive Environment - Join a culture that prioritises your growth, with the resources and support you need to excel.

Professional Development - We are invested in your success! Explore our apprenticeships, training, and mentoring programs designed to elevate your career.

What's Next

If your application is successful, our Talent team will reach out to arrange an interview and answer any questions you may have.

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to ensure you can perform at your best throughout the application and interview process.

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