Air Conditioning & Ancillary Internal Salesperson
Job ref: 0915

Reporting directly to the management, you are responsible for maintaining both existing and potential customers with a particular focus on further developing new business, in line with our aim to achieve sustainable and profitable growth for the future.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Regular direct contact with existing and potential customers, generating enquiries, progressing quotations and thus securing business with a level of service exceeding our customers’ expectations
• Direct input and a responsibility to ensure that budget sales and margin are achieved as a minimum performance
• Manage your time and sales activities to your ability and in line with the interests of the company at all times
• Attend sales meetings/product training/corporate functions as required by the management, which may occasionally be ‘after hours’
• Answering/dealing with telephone & emailed enquiries/queries/orders
• Compiling/submitting/progressing customer quotations
• Compiling/submitting/progressing stock and special supplier purchase orders
• General office/clerical/ administration duties
• Assist with annual stock-take
• Hours of work to include Saturday mornings as required/scheduled by management.

All employees are expected to be flexible in their duties and responsibilities and may be asked to perform other duties that reasonably correspond to their job’s general character and level of responsibility.

Knowledge/skills/qualifications – For example:

• Relevant Industry experience
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to listen and effectively verbalise ideas, with a proven ability to influence
• Good administration skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate strong organisational and efficiency skills
• Proficient in computer software packages (Google, Word, Excel)

Soft skills – For example:

• Friendly and team-orientated
• Professional and able to remain calm under pressure
• Highly Organised
• Accurate and numerate
• Proactive, demonstrating initiative and problem-solving skills

Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependant on experience)

Location: Southampton (Full-Time)

Can internal candidates please ensure that prior to application, they advise their line managers of their intended application, or contact Candice in HR, Head Office, 0116 222 7330.

Air Conditioning & Ancillary Internal Salesperson
Job ref: 1015

Due to continued expansion Smith Brothers are looking to recruit a number of Air Conditioning and Ancillaries Internal salespeople throughout the branches.

SBS is one of the oldest and largest independent merchants operating from within the UK, directly focusing on supply to the commercial and Industrial mechanical services sector with over 125 years of experience.

Now with multiple branches located in England, Scotland and Wales, this is a great opportunity to join a fantastic family run progressive company.

Working from our SBS Heathrow branch, the position is predominantly telephone-based. The role involves quoting & processing orders for our customer base, supporting external sales, stock control, supplier correspondence and trade counter sales.

Ongoing training will be provided, but the ideal candidate will preferably have, but not essential:

• Experience of the air conditioning and refrigeration industry and products
• Willing to learn new computer systems quickly
• Enthusiasm to achieve sales while working within the team to reach branch targets

Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependant on experience)

Location: Heathrow, London (Full-Time)

Can internal candidates please ensure that prior to application, they advise their line managers of their intended application, or contact Candice in HR, Head Office, 0116 222 7330.

Air Conditioning & Ancillary Internal Salesperson
Job ref: 2015

Due to continued expansion Smith Brothers are looking to recruit a number of Air Conditioning and Ancillaries Internal salespeople throughout the branches.

SBS is one of the oldest and largest independent merchants operating from within the UK, directly focusing on supply to the commercial and Industrial mechanical services sector with over 125 years of experience.

Now with multiple branches located in England, Scotland and Wales, this is a great opportunity to join a fantastic family run progressive company.

Working from our SBS Hull branch, the position is predominantly telephone-based. The role involves quoting & processing orders for our customer base, supporting external sales, stock control, supplier correspondence and trade counter sales.

Ongoing training will be provided, but the ideal candidate will preferably have, but not essential:

• Experience of the air conditioning and refrigeration industry and products
• Willing to learn new computer systems quickly
• Enthusiasm to achieve sales while working within the team to reach branch targets

Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependant on experience)

Location: Hull (Full-Time)

Can internal candidates please ensure that prior to application, they advise their line managers of their intended application, or contact Candice in HR, Head Office, 0116 222 7330.

Currently, we do not have any jobs available for this branch. However, please keep visiting this page for any future developments.

Currently, we do not have any jobs available for this branch. However, please keep visiting this page for any future developments.

Currently, we do not have any jobs available for this branch. However, please keep visiting this page for any future developments.

Currently, we do not have any jobs available for this branch. However, please keep visiting this page for any future developments.

Assistant Branch Manager
Job ref: 1925

Smith Brothers are seeking to recruit a talented Assistant Branch Manager to be based at the Dundee Branch.

Reporting directly to the Branch Manager, the successful applicant will help to manage, lead and develop a team of engaged colleagues to continually improve the customer’s experience and drive branch performance in line with the business’s objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to join a strong independent merchant with multiple branches nationwide with a reputation for Service & Value since…1897

Key Skills:

• Strong leadership and people management skills
• A confident attitude that can develop and maintain excellent relationships with both customers and suppliers
• The ability to engage and develop colleagues to help achieve branch’s goals whilst ensuring all health and safety standards are upheld
• Understanding of Sales and Margin data.

Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependant on experience)

Location: Dundee (Full-Time)

Can internal candidates please ensure that prior to application , they advise their line managers of their intended application, or contact Candice in HR, Head Office, 0116 222 7330.

Warehouse person/Van driver
Job ref: 2102

As part of our continued expansion Smith Brothers Stores Ltd are seeking to recruit a full-time warehouseperson/driver for an immediate start. Working out of our Exeter branch you will be responsible for all aspects of warehouse work including, picking, packing, goods inwards, deliveries, loading & unloading of vehicles along with occasional multiple drop deliveries. In return Smith Brothers will remunerate accordingly, hours to be discussed at the interview stage to fall in line with the nature of our business.

Smith Brothers Stores continues to defy current economic conditions through significant growth and recruitment over recent years, to be a part of this winning team the right candidate will demonstrate loyalty, commitment, motivation and a desire to be the best. A successful candidate will be joining a strong independent merchant with multiple branches nationwide with a reputation for Service & Value since…1897

Key Skills (preferred not essential):

• Previous experience in similar role
• Background in Industrial Pipeline/Plumbing Industry
• Able to work on feet and capable of some heavy lifting

Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependant on experience)

Location: Exeter (Full-Time)

Can internal candidates please ensure that prior to application, they advise their line managers of their intended application, or contact Candice in HR, Head Office, 0116 222 7330.

IT Implementation Specialist
job ref: 0043

As part of our continued expansion Smith Brothers Stores Ltd are seeking to recruit a full time IT Implementation Specialist to join our growing Business Systems team.

Working from our Blaby office you will work with alongside the business systems team. You will quickly acquire a detailed understanding and knowledge of our in-house ERP software and our business and interact with a varied group of people around the business including our IT/Systems, Sales & Marketing, Finance, Warehouse and Depots around the country.

Smith Brothers Stores continues to defy current economic conditions through significant growth and recruitment over recent years, to be a part of this winning team the right candidate will demonstrate loyalty, commitment, motivation and a desire to be the best. A successful candidate will be joining a strong independent merchant with 19 locations nationwide with a reputation for Service & Value since…1897.

About the Role:

• Provide 2^nd level support to the business on our existing solutions.
• Tracking and resolving user queries
• Log, track and test cases directly with the software vendors
• Assist in prioritising and allocating tasks in the business systems team.
• Carry out hands-on support for Head Office based users
• Provide remote support on our ERP systems and other central back-end systems across the company
• Working closely with the Business Process Manager and stake holders in the business identify develop and deploy solutions to improve the proficiencies of the business.
• Use the development tools provided within our ERP to build and configure solutions for the business
• Work alongside 3^rd party developers to design, spec and deliver bespoke solutions to the business.
• Manage new projects, Upgrades, new system testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Implementations.
• Create training media for the project as well as document current processes.
• Compile reports using our internal report writing tools, Microsoft Power BI and SQL scripting.
• Create and maintain SQL stored procedures and views.
• You will report to the Business Systems Manager and work alongside a knowledgeable and well-established team to ensure you gain the required knowledge about our business and systems.
• As part of the Business System team, we are required to ensure the some running of the system, there may be times when you are you required to perform duties not normally in your daily tasks to ensure the smooth running of the department.
• Occasional travel and stay will be required from time to time when working on new projects.

About you:

• 5+ years’ experience in similar role
• Strong analyst skills within SQL, Excel and other Business Intelligence tools.
• Previous experience writing reports on other BI tools like Power BI, ClickView, Crystal Reports etc.
• Strong systems experience, specifically in ERP, Sales Order Processing environment
• Previous experience on other ERP system Sage, Intact IQ, SAP, Epicor, NetSuite
• Knowledge of any development languages will be an advantage, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP
• Results driven person who can successfully see a project through to completion
• A great communicator with attention to detail and someone who enjoys working as part of a team and on their own.

If you have the relevant experience and would like to apply, please submit your CV to larry.galtrey@sbs.co.uk

Can internal candidates please ensure that prior to application, they advise their line managers of their intended application, or contact Candice in HR, Head Office, 0116 222 7330.

Pump Sales Manager
job ref: 0024

As part of the business’s continued expansion, Smith Brothers are recruiting an additional Pump Sales Manager to specialise in the support and sales of all of pumping solutions throughout England.

The typical day to day responsibilities of the role will include:

• Conducting site surveys to advise customers on pumping solutions and any potential energy saving opportunities.
• Providing Technical and Sales support to all customers.
• Creating new business opportunities.
• Managing an existing customer portfolio and identifying opportunities to increase business opportunities with them.
• Working closely with our Area Sales Managers to support them and their customers with pump support and guidance as required.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be ambitious, entrepreneurial and have a positive ‘can do’ attitude.
• Have knowledge of HVAC/Water applications
• Have previous experience working in the Pumps industry as a proven sales individual
• Be an expert in technical sales

Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependant on experience) + Performance Related Monthly Pay

If you have the relevant experience and would like to apply, please submit your CV to andy.clements@sbs.co.uk

Can internal candidates please ensure that prior to application, they advise their line managers of their intended application, or contact Candice in HR, Head Office, 0116 222 7330.

Regional Manager
job ref: 0023

Scotland Region – Newcastle, Glasgow, Dundee and Northern Ireland.

A fantastic opportunity to join a fast-growing independent HVAC merchant with multiple branches nationwide and a reputation for Service & Value since…1897. Smith Brothers Stores Ltd are a successful, family-owned business that continues to defy current economic conditions, experiencing significant growth.

Reporting directly to the board of Directors the role is responsible for the efficient operation of the branches within this region, ensuring that the branches return the agreed sales, margin and ROCE expectations, in line with our aim to achieve sustainable and profitable growth for the future.

• The Ideal Candidate
  Relevant Industry experience
• A proven track record in achieving sales targets, overseeing multiple teams and running commercial centres, across multiple sites.
  Excellent Leadership skills to guide a management team, support and motivate employees
• Experienced in managing a commercial sales focused operation
• Experienced in stock management and control of slow and non-moving stock
• Exceptional communication and influencing/negotiating skills
• First-rate customer facing and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and efficiency skills
• Experienced in using MI to inform on key decision making and planning

Competitive package, dependant on level of experience. Full-Time. 40 hours Mon-Fri, may include Saturday mornings as required/scheduled by management.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview and asked to produce a brief presentation to the board.

When applying please include a summary explaining why you feel you are the appropriate candidate with the necessary attributes.

Can internal candidates please ensure that prior to application, they advise their line managers of their intended application, or contact Candice in HR, Head Office, 0116 222 7330.

Regional Product Specialist
job ref: 0021

Reporting directly to the Regional Managers the successful candidate will operate on behalf of the SBS branches within the South West and South Wales of SBS.

The Primary goal of the Regional Product Specialist is to increase exposure and sales on Aquatechnik, Frabo and Isotubi by:

Visiting consultants, specifiers, and D&B (within contractors).

• Attending joint visits with ASM’s to contractors, when visiting procurement or project managers.
• Organising sole visits to contractors, when visiting designers (confirm visit with account owner first).
• Training with contractors.

Ideally the applicant will have prior experience and a successful track record of working in the consultant/specification sector.

It is a pre-requisite that the successful candidate lives within the regional boundary as set by SBS. The Region includes:

South West and South Wales: Bristol, Cardiff, Exeter and Southampton

Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependant on experience), Performance Related Bonus, Company Car & Credit Card

Location: South West and South Wales (Full-Time)

Can internal candidates please ensure that prior to application, they advise their line managers of their intended application, or contact Candice in HR, Head Office, 0116 222 7330.

Assistant Branch Manager
Job ref: 1025

Smith Brothers are seeking to recruit a talented Assistant Branch Manager to be based at Heathrow.

Reporting directly to the Branch Manager, the successful applicant will help to manage, lead and develop a team of engaged colleagues to continually improve the customer’s experience and drive branch performance in line with the business’s objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to join a strong independent merchant with multiple branches nationwide with a reputation for Service & Value since…1897

Key Skills:

• Strong leadership and people management skills
• A confident attitude that can develop and maintain excellent relationships with both customers and suppliers
• The ability to engage and develop colleagues to help achieve branch’s goals whilst ensuring all health and safety standards are upheld
• Understanding of Sales and Margin data

Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependant on experience).

Location: Heathrow (Full-Time)

Can internal candidates please ensure that prior to application, they advise their line managers of their intended application, or contact Candice in HR, Head Office, 0116 222 7330.

Area Sales Manager
Job ref: 1001

Reporting directly to the regional directors, the successful applicant will be responsible for developing new business in line with our objective to achieve sustainable and profitable growth. A successful candidate will be joining a strong independent merchant with multiple branches nationwide and a reputation for Service & Value since…1897

Key Skills (preferred not essential):

• Knowledge within the Industrial Pipeline/Plumbing Industry is essential
• Experience within sales, preferably external
• Self-Motivation and Committed to deliver on all KPI’s

Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependant on experience).

Location: postcodes UB, HA, WD, EN & the surrounding areas (Full-Time)

Can internal candidates please ensure that prior to application, they advise their line managers of their intended application, or contact Candice in HR, Head Office, 0116 222 7330.

Van Driver/Warehouse Person
Job ref: 1738

As part of our continued expansion Smith Brothers Stores Ltd are seeking to recruit a full-time van driver/warehouse for an immediate start. Working out of our High Wycombe branch you will be responsible for multi drop deliveries along with the safe loading & unloading of your vehicle. Occasionally the role will require aspects of warehouse work including, picking, packing, goods inwards, loading and unloading of vehicles. In return Smith Brothers will remunerate accordingly with hours to be discussed at the interview stage to fall in line with the nature of our business.

Smith Brothers Stores continues to defy current economic conditions through significant growth and recruitment over recent years, to be a part of this winning team the right candidate will demonstrate loyalty, commitment, motivation, and a desire to be the best. A successful candidate will be joining a strong independent merchant with multiple branches nationwide with a reputation for Service & Value since…1897

Key Skills (preferred not essential):

• Previous experience in similar role
• Background in Industrial Pipeline/Plumbing Industry
• Able to work on feet and capable of some heavy lifting

Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependant on experience)

Location: High Wycombe (Full-Time)

Can internal candidates please ensure that prior to application, they advise their line managers of their intended application, or contact Candice in HR, Head Office, 0116 222 7330.

Internal Salesperson
Job ref: 0106

Working from our SBS Leicester branch the position is predominantly telephone-based quoting & processing orders for our customer base.

Ideal candidates should preferably have, but not essential:

• Experience of the pipeline/plumbing industry and products
• Willing to learn new computer systems quickly
• Enthusiasm to achieve sales while working within the team to reach branch targets

Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependant on experience)

Location: Leicester (Full-Time)

Can internal candidates please ensure that prior to application, they advise their line managers of their intended application, or contact Candice in HR, Head Office, 0116 222 7330.

Warehouse & Transport Supervisor
Job ref: 0241

Smith Brothers Stores Ltd are seeking an experienced Warehouse & Transport Supervisor. Working out of our Northampton branch, the successful candidate will oversee and coordinate the daily warehouse and transport activities whilst supervising the warehousing team to gain maximum output and efficiency.

In return Smith Brothers will remunerate accordingly for a full working week, hours to be discussed at the interview stage to fall in line with the nature of our business.

Key Skills (preferred not essential):

• Previous experience in a similar role
• Highly effective supervisory skills and techniques
• Background in Industrial Pipeline/Plumbing Industry
• Able to work on feet and capable of some heavy lifting
• Hands on commitment to getting the job done

Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependant on experience)

Location: Northampton (Full-Time)

Can internal candidates please ensure that prior to application, they advise their line managers of their intended application, or contact Candice in HR, Head Office, 0116 222 7330.

Warehouse/Trade Counter Salesperson
Job ref: 2226

SBS are pleased to announce the intention of opening a new trading operation located in Nottingham.

As part of our continued expansion Smith Brothers Stores Ltd are seeking to recruit a full-time trade counter warehouse person for an immediate start. Working out of our Nottingham branch you will be mainly responsible for serving customers over the counters along with aspects of warehouse work when required such as; picking, packing, goods inwards, loading & unloading of vehicles and possibly some delivery driving when required.  In return Smith Brothers will remunerate accordingly for a full working week, hours to be discussed at the interview stage to fall in line with the nature of our business.

Smith Brothers Stores continues to defy current economic conditions through significant growth and recruitment over recent years, to be a part of this winning team the right candidate will demonstrate loyalty, commitment, motivation, and a desire to be the best. A successful candidate will be joining a strong independent merchant with multiple branches nationwide with a reputation for Service & Value since…1897

Key Skills (preferred not essential):

• Previous experience in similar role
• Background in Industrial Pipeline/Plumbing Industry
• Able to work on feet and capable of some heavy lifting
• MHE experience preferred, but not essential
• Full Driving License

Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependant on experience)

Location: Nottingham (Full-Time)

Can internal candidates please ensure that prior to application, they advise their line managers of their intended application, or contact Candice in HR, Head Office, 0116 222 7330.

Trade Counter/Warehouse Salesperson
Job ref: 0726

As part of our continued expansion Smith Brothers Stores Ltd are seeking to recruit a full-time trade counter warehouse person for an immediate start. Working out of our Rainham branch you will be mainly responsible for serving customers over the counters along with aspects of warehouse work when required such as; picking, packing, goods inwards, loading & unloading of vehicles and possibly some delivery driving when required.  In return Smith Brothers will remunerate accordingly for a full working week, hours to be discussed at the interview stage to fall in line with the nature of our business.

Smith Brothers Stores continues to defy current economic conditions through significant growth and recruitment over recent years, to be a part of this winning team the right candidate will demonstrate loyalty, commitment, motivation, and a desire to be the best. A successful candidate will be joining a strong independent merchant with multiple branches nationwide with a reputation for Service & Value since…1897

Key Skills (preferred not essential):

• Previous experience in similar role
• Background in Industrial Pipeline/Plumbing Industry
• Able to work on feet and capable of some heavy lifting
• MHE experience preferred, but not essential
• Full Driving License

Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependant on experience)

Location: Rainham (Full-Time)

Can internal candidates please ensure that prior to application, they advise their line managers of their intended application, or contact Candice in HR, Head Office, 0116 222 7330.

Internal Salesperson
Job ref: 0706

Working from our SBS Rainham branch the position is predominantly telephone-based quoting & processing orders for our customer base.

Ideal candidates should preferably have, but not essential:

• Experience of the pipeline/plumbing industry and products
• Willing to learn new computer systems quickly
• Enthusiasm to achieve sales while working within the team to reach branch targets

Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependant on experience)

Location: Rainham (Full-Time)

Can internal candidates please ensure that prior to application, they advise their line managers of their intended application, or contact Candice in HR, Head Office, 0116 222 7330.

Warehouse person/Van Driver
Job ref: 0702

As part of our continued expansion Smith Brothers Stores Ltd are seeking to recruit a full-time warehouseperson/driver for an immediate start. Working out of our Rainham branch you will be responsible for all aspects of warehouse work including, picking, packing, goods inwards, deliveries, loading & unloading of vehicles along with occasional multiple drop deliveries. In return Smith Brothers will remunerate accordingly for a working week of 40 hours, hours can be discussed at the interview stage to fall in line with the nature of our business.

Smith Brothers Stores continues to defy current economic conditions through significant growth and recruitment over recent years, to be a part of this winning team the right candidate will demonstrate loyalty, commitment, motivation and a desire to be the best. A successful candidate will be joining a strong independent merchant with multiple branches nationwide with a reputation for Service & Value since…1897

Key Skills (preferred not essential):

• Previous experience in similar role
• Background in Industrial Pipeline/Plumbing Industry
• Able to work on feet and capable of some heavy lifting

Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependant on experience)

Location: Rainham (Full-Time)

Can internal candidates please ensure that prior to application, they advise their line managers of their intended application, or contact Candice in HR, Head Office, 0116 222 7330.