As staff is a part of the SBS promise, we believe that allowing them to have a say about their career is important, and this is why they develop and grow within the organisation.
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Career Opportunities
Since 1897, SBS has always strived to treat staff like family as every employee is vital in helping the business grow. It is widely accepted that the commitment and knowledge of our staff sets us a part from our competition. Along with our customers, our staff will always be at the heart of our business.
SBS work in ways which are fresh, inventive & innovative. Responsibility is given to all staff to empower us to take ownership of any promises we make. We can pick up the phone to any Director at any time and decisions are made quickly, efficiently and without fuss. The flexibility given to staff ensures a rapid response to any important customer requirements. The team at Leeds has grown from the initial 5 staff to now over 30, I still work with the same people I did 11 years ago!! We were originally just work colleagues & acquaintances, but over time have now become firm friends, we all work hard and enjoy socialising after work too. I’ve found over the years that treating people as you wish to be treated yourself has created a vibrant workplace where all staff feel valued and an essential member of the SBS team. The resulting environment (I believe) has more than contributed to the growth & success we have all experienced here at Smith Brothers along with making the workplace an enjoyable place to be.
Peter Bradshaw, Commercial Manager (SBS Leeds)
Browse through the job vacancies and if you wish to apply please submit details online or send your application to the following address;
Smith Brothers Stores, Job Application, Unit V2 Winchester Avenue, Blaby, Leicestershire, LE8 4GZ. If there are no vacancies or ones suitable for your skill set or location, then we welcome “expressions of interest” to join the SBS team. Fill out the form as normal and we will confidentially hold your details on file for future opportunities or new branches we may be opening.
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Please note: if you are not applying for a particular advertised position (expression of interest), no job reference included in the application, no formal correspondence will follow your application. You will only hear from SBS should we wish to proceed further with your application. All applications for advertised career posts will be formally addressed. Due to GDPR, we will dispose of all data regarding applications within 4 months of submission or 12 months for ‘expressions of interest’ applications. If at any point you wish for your details to be deleted sooner, please contact head office who can process this request for you.
Job Vacancies
SBS Leicester
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) + Performance Related Monthly Pay OR Hourly Pay (dependant on experience) + Overtime
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire (Full-Time)
SBS Merseyside
Trade Counter/Warehouse Person
job ref: 1210
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 Merseyside 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. 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 15 depots 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) + Performance Related Monthly Pay OR Hourly Pay (dependant on experience) + Overtime
Location: Birkenhead, Wirral (Full-Time)
SBS Head Office
Health & Safety Operations Supervisor
job ref: 0017
Working to Support the Health & Safety Manager within the H.O. Health & Safety function, ensuring that all locations meet current legislation and where necessary arrange for suitable training where appropriate. The successful applicant will be responsible for the business’s northern branches, with locations ranging from Leicester to Glasgow. The role is predominantly mobile based and will involve some early starts and overnight stays.
Key Skills:
- NEBOSH qualified (Essential).
- Should be self-motivated and be well organised.
- Able to communicate at all levels.
- Full UK driving licence required
Remuneration: Basic Salary, Performance Related Bonus, Company Vehicle & Credit Card.
Location: The successful applicant will be ideally situated around the M62 corridor between Manchester & Leeds to allow suitable access to surrounding branches (Full-Time)