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Currently, we do not have any jobs available for this branch. However, please keep visiting this page for any future developments.
Air Conditioning and Ancillary Internal Salesperson
Job ref: 0815
SBS Bristol are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Air Conditioning and Ancillary Internal Salesperson to join their team. This role will be predominantly telephone-based, with responsibilities including quoting and processing orders, supporting external sales teams, managing stock control, handling supplier correspondence, and assisting with trade counter sales.
Key Responsibilities:
- Quoting and processing customer orders via telephone
- Supporting external sales staff and assisting with day-to-day operations
- Managing stock levels and inventory control
- Communicating with suppliers and handling trade counter sales
- Working as part of a team to achieve branch sales targets
Ideal Candidate Should Have:
- Experience in the air conditioning and refrigeration industry and familiarity with relevant products
- Willingness to learn new computer systems quickly
- Enthusiasm for achieving sales and working as part of a team
Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependent on experience)
Location: Bristol (Full-Time)
Internal candidates: Please ensure that you advise your line manager or Candice in HR of your intended application before applying.
Trade Counter/Warehouse Salesperson
Job ref: 0826
As part of our continued expansion, Smith Brothers is seeking to recruit a full-time trade counter/warehouse person for an immediate start. Working out of our Bristol branch, you will be mainly responsible for serving customers at the counter, 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 align with the nature of our business.
Smith Brothers 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 a similar role
- Background in Industrial Pipeline/Plumbing Industry
- Able to work on the feet and capable of some heavy lifting
- MHE experience preferred, but not essential
- Full Driving License
Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependent on experience)
Location: Bristol (Full-Time)
Internal candidates: Please ensure that you advise your line manager or Candice in HR of your intended application before applying.
Warehouse person/Van Driver
Job ref: 1802
As part of our continued expansion, Smith Brothers Stores Ltd is seeking to recruit a full-time warehouse person/driver for an immediate start. Working out of our Cambridge branch, you will be responsible for all aspects of warehouse work, including picking, packing, goods inwards, deliveries, loading and unloading of vehicles, and occasional multiple drop deliveries.
Smith Brothers continues to defy current economic conditions, driven by 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 a similar role
- Background in Industrial Pipeline/Plumbing Industry
- Able to work on feet and capable of some heavy lifting
Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependent on experience)
Location: Cambridge (Full-Time)
Internal candidates: Please ensure that you advise your line manager or Candice in HR of your intended application before applying.
Warehouse person/Van Driver
Job ref: 1102
Smith Brothers Stores Ltd is seeking to recruit a full-time warehouse person/driver for an immediate start. Working out of our Cardiff branch, you will be responsible for all aspects of warehouse work, including picking, packing, goods inwards, deliveries, loading and unloading of vehicles, and occasional multiple drop deliveries.
Smith Brothers 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
Primary duties include:
- Driving of company vehicles for goods deliveries (subject to acceptance as a company driver)
- Adhering to commercial driver regulations as per VOSA
- Loading of goods onto delivery vehicles
- Offloading of materials and appropriately representing the company at the point of delivery
- General tidying/maintenance of office and store areas
- Picking and packing orders for delivery
- Unloading goods received
- Checking and putting into stock the goods received
- Loading and unloading of the same
- Maintaining and adhering to goods receiving administration procedures
- Manage your time and activities to the best of your ability and in line with the interests of the company at all times
- Assist with annual stock-take
- Hours of work to include Saturday mornings as required/scheduled by management
- Adhering to the company H&S policy and guidelines
- Any other duties as required to assist in the smooth running of the branch
Key Skills (preferred, not essential):
- Previous experience in a similar role
- Background in Industrial Pipeline/Plumbing Industry
- Able to work on feet and capable of some heavy lifting
Renumeration: Basic Salary (dependent on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7am – 4pm (one hour lunch)
Location: Cardiff (Full-Time)
Internal candidates: Please ensure that you advise your line manager or Candice in HR of your intended application before applying.
HGV Driver / Warehouse Person
Job ref: 1969
As part of our continued expansion, Smith Brothers is seeking to recruit a full-time HGV Driver/Warehouse Person for an immediate start. Working out of our Dundee branch, you will be responsible for multi-drop deliveries along with the safe loading and unloading of your vehicle. The role will also require aspects of warehouse work, including picking, packing, goods inward, and loading and unloading vehicles.
The successful candidate should hold a licence to drive a 7.5 tonne vehicle, and will be expected to support both driving and warehouse operations as required. In return, Smith Brothers will remunerate accordingly, with hours to be discussed at interview stage to align with the nature of our business.
Smith Brothers continues to defy current economic conditions through significant growth and recruitment over recent years. To be part of this winning team, the right candidate will demonstrate loyalty, commitment, motivation, and a desire to be the best. The successful candidate will be joining a strong independent merchant with multiple branches nationwide, with a proud reputation for Service & Value since 1897.
Key Skills and Experience
- Licence to drive a 7.5 tonne vehicle (C1 essential)
- Previous experience in a similar role
- Experience of van driving and multi-drop deliveries
- Background in the industrial pipeline / plumbing industry
- Able to work on your feet and capable of some heavy lifting
- Willingness to support warehouse duties as required
Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependent on experience)
Location: Dundee (full-time)
Internal candidates: Please ensure that you advise your line manager or Candice in HR of your intended application before applying.
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.
Internal Salesperson
Job ref: 2463
SBS Gloucester are seeking a motivated and dynamic Internal Salesperson to join its close-knit team. This role requires you to work with customers face-to-face and by phone, focusing on quoting and processing orders for our customer base. You will work closely with both customers and the internal team to drive sales and meet branch targets in a fast-paced and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Handling inbound and outbound sales enquiries, providing quotes and processing customer orders over the phone
- Building strong relationships with new and existing customers to encourage repeat business
- Accurately managing orders and ensuring timely processing and delivery
- Identifying opportunities for up-selling and cross-selling of our pipeline/plumbing products
- Assisting in managing stock levels and liaising with suppliers to ensure product availability
- Working collaboratively with the external sales team to support sales efforts and achieve branch targets
- Maintaining accurate customer records and order details in the system
- Providing product information and advice to customers regarding pipeline/plumbing products
- Ensuring excellent customer service and resolving any issues or queries in a timely manner
- Serving and speaking to customers at the trade counter
- Working within the warehouse when required, such as picking, packing, goods inwards, and loading & unloading of vehicles
Ideal Candidate Should Have:
- Experience in the pipeline/plumbing industry or a related field (preferred but not essential)
- A willingness to learn new computer systems quickly
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Enthusiasm to achieve sales and work within a team to meet branch targets
- A proactive attitude with the ability to handle multiple tasks in a busy environment
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Be able to work on feet and be capable of some heavy lifting
Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependent on experience)
Location: Gloucester (Full-Time)
Internal candidates: Please ensure that you advise your line manager or Candice in HR of your intended application before applying.
Assistant Branch Manager
Job ref: 2425
Smith Brothers are seeking to recruit a talented Assistant Branch Manager to be based at a new trading operation in Gloucester.
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 (dependent on experience)
Location: Gloucester (Full-Time)
Internal candidates: Please ensure that you advise your line manager or Candice in HR of your intended application before applying.
Supply Chain Administrator
Job ref: 0067
Job Summary:
The role will cover a multitude of activities from supporting the DC manager with DC operational activities, KPI’s and new product introduction & product exit through to the supply chain team, engaging with branches and suppliers, accuracy and collection of supplier rebates, improving supplier deliveries and ensuring the team remain ISO compliant.
Key Responsibilities:
Distribution Centre / Operational:
- Stock Accuracy and perpetual inventory
- Support product lifecycle management of stock including new range planning and product bar code accuracy.
- Quarantine stock administration
- DC KPI compliance and improvement
- Supplier delivery performance measurement and improvement
- Coordinate DC supplier returns
- General administration
Supply Chain:
- Price comparisons and tendering support
- Rebate collection, allocation and accuracy
- ISO 9001 and 14001 support and ensure documentation is compliant
- Price file accuracy
- Supplier trading agreement accuracy and provide supplier data when required.
- General administration
All employees are expected to be flexible in their duties and responsibilities and may be asked to perform other duties which reasonably correspond to the general character of their job and their level of responsibility.
Knowledge/skills/qualifications:
- Industry experience preferred but not essential
- Customer and branch focused and ability to work with different departments across a business
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrate strong time management, organisational and efficiency skills
- Proficient in computer software packages (Microsoft, Word, Excel), and preferred Power BI.
- Experience in using management information to inform on decision making and planning
Behaviours:
- Friendly and team orientated
- Professional and able to remain calm under pressure
- Highly Organised
- Accurate and numerate
- Commercial acumen
- Confident and inspiring
- Proactive, demonstrating initiative and problem-solving skills
Location/ Reporting to:
National Distribution Centre – Glenfield, Leicester (office based).
Reporting to Supply Chain Management team.
Internal candidates: Please ensure that you advise your line manager or Candice in HR of your intended application before applying.
Business Development Manager
Job ref: 1062
Reporting directly to Regional Directors, the successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining both existing and potential customers with a particular focus on the further development of new business, in line with our aim to achieve sustainable and profitable growth for the future.
Primary duties include:
- Supported by our Internal Sales Team, your primary responsibilities will include 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 budgeted sales and margin are achieved as a minimum performance.
- Always manage your time and sales activities with the company’s best interests in mind.
- Adopt and submit any reporting procedures as requested by the management
- Attend sales meetings/product training /corporate functions as required by the management, which may occasionally be ‘after hours’.
- Assist with annual stock take
- Work with the branch management to continually strive to improve the branch efficiency to reduce costs
- Any other general duties as required by the company.
Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependent on experience), Performance Related Bonus, Company Car & Credit Card
Location: postcodes UB, HA, WD, EN & the surrounding areas (Full-Time)
Internal candidates: Please ensure that you advise your line manager or Candice in HR of your intended application before applying.
Area Sales Manager (full-time)
Job Ref: 1701
Reporting directly to the Regional Directors, the successful applicant will cover a combined customer base of Air Conditioning and Mechanical contractors within the HVAC industry.
Key Skills (preferred not essential):
- Knowledge of the Air Conditioning and Mechanical Services Sectors would be beneficial.
- Experience in sales, preferably external
- Self-motivated and committed to delivering on all KPIs
Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependent on experience). Other benefits include a company car, phone and laptop.
Location: Covering postcodes OX, WD, SG, AL, HP, LU & the surrounding areas
Internal candidates: Please ensure that you advise your line manager or Candice in HR of your intended application before applying.
Administrator
Job Ref: 1761
JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for the efficient and smooth running of the office by performing a variety of clerical and administrative tasks.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Answering phone calls and responding to customer enquiries in a professional and friendly manner
- Assisting with order processing, invoicing, and updating customer records in our systems
- Handling general administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and maintaining office documents
- Managing office supplies and ensuring the smooth running of the office environment
- Assisting with stock control and liaising with suppliers as required
- Supporting the team with ad-hoc administrative tasks as needed
- Coordinating deliveries and organising schedules
- Providing excellent customer service both in person and over the phone
All employees are expected to be flexible in their duties and responsibilities and may be asked to perform other duties which reasonably correspond to the general character of their job and their level of responsibility.
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
- Previous HVAC industry experience in an administrative or office-based role (preferred but not essential)
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
BEHAVIOURS:
- A friendly, approachable attitude with a customer-focused mindset
- A proactive and positive approach to tasks and challenges
Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependent on experience).
Location: High Wycombe (Part-Time)
Internal candidates: Please ensure that you advise your line manager or Candice in HR of your intended application before applying.
Air Conditioning & Ancillary Area Sales Manager
Job Ref: 2014
Reporting directly to the branch manager, 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 with a reputation for Service & Value since…1897
Key Skills (preferred not essential):
- Knowledge within the air conditioning and refrigeration industry is essential
- Experience within sales, preferably external
- Self-Motivation and committed to deliver on all KPI’s
Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependant on experience), Performance Related Bonus, Company Car & Credit Card
Location: Hull (Full-Time)
Internal candidates: Please ensure that you advise your line manager or Candice in HR of your intended application before applying.
Currently, we do not have any jobs available for this branch. However, please keep visiting this page for any future developments.
Internal Salesperson
Job ref: 0106
SBS Leicester are seeking a motivated and dynamic Internal Salesperson to join its close-knit team. This role is predominantly telephone-based, focusing on quoting and processing orders for our customer base. You will work closely with both customers and the internal team to drive sales and meet branch targets in a fast-paced and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Handling inbound and outbound sales enquiries, providing quotes and processing customer orders over the phone
- Building strong relationships with new and existing customers to encourage repeat business
- Accurately managing orders and ensuring timely processing and delivery
- Identifying opportunities for up-selling and cross-selling of our pipeline/plumbing products
- Assisting in managing stock levels and liaising with suppliers to ensure product availability
- Working collaboratively with the external sales team to support sales efforts and achieve branch targets
- Maintaining accurate customer records and order details in the system
- Providing product information and advice to customers regarding pipeline/plumbing products
- Ensuring excellent customer service and resolving any issues or queries in a timely manner
Ideal Candidate Should Have:
- Experience in the pipeline/plumbing industry or a related field (preferred but not essential)
- A willingness to learn new computer systems quickly
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Enthusiasm to achieve sales and work within a team to meet branch targets
- A proactive attitude with the ability to handle multiple tasks in a busy environment
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependent on experience) and potential bonus based on branch performance
Location: Leicester (Full-Time)
Internal candidates: Please ensure that you advise your line manager or Candice in HR of your intended application before applying.
Currently, we do not have any jobs available for this branch. However, please keep visiting this page for any future developments.
Area Sales Manager
Job ref: 1401
Working within the Teeside area, the successful candidate will be reporting directly to the branch manager, and will be responsible for developing new business in line with our objective to achieve sustainable and profitable growth. The 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), Performance Related Bonus, Company Car & Credit Card
Location: Teeside, Newcastle (Full-Time)
Internal candidates: Please ensure that you advise your line manager or Candice in HR of your intended application before applying.
Currently, we do not have any jobs available for this branch. However, please keep visiting this page for any future developments.
Van Driver
Job ref: 2232
As part of our continued expansion, Smith Brothers Stores Ltd is seeking to recruit a full-time van driver for an immediate start. Working out of our Nottingham 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, and loading and unloading of vehicles. In return, Smith Brothers will remunerate accordingly with hours to be discussed at the interview stage to align 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. The 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 a similar role
- Background in Industrial Pipeline/Plumbing Industry
- Able to work on feet and capable of some heavy lifting
Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependent on experience)
Location: Nottingham NG6 8UZ (Full-Time) 42.5hrs per week
Internal candidates: Please ensure that you advise your line manager or Candice in HR of your intended application before applying.
Air Conditioning and Ancillary Area Sales Manager
Job ref: 0414
Reporting directly to the branch manager, 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 with a reputation for Service & Value since…1897
Key Skills (preferred not essential):
- Knowledge within the air conditioning and refrigeration industry is essential
- Experience within sales, preferably external
- Self-Motivation and committed to deliver on all KPI’s
Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependant on experience), Performance Related Bonus, Company Car & Credit Card
Locations: Oldham (Full-Time)
Internal candidates: Please ensure that you advise your line manager or Candice in HR of your intended application before applying.
Area Sales Manager
Job Ref: 0301
Reporting directly to the branch manager, 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), Performance Related Bonus, Company Car & Credit Card
Location: Peterborough (Full-Time)
Internal candidates: Please ensure that you advise your line manager or Candice in HR of your intended application before applying
Internal Salesperson
Job ref: 0706
SBS Rainham are seeking a motivated and dynamic Internal Salesperson to join its close-knit team. This role is predominantly telephone-based, focusing on quoting and processing orders for our customer base. You will work closely with both customers and the internal team to drive sales and meet branch targets in a fast-paced and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Handling inbound and outbound sales enquiries, providing quotes and processing customer orders over the phone
- Building strong relationships with new and existing customers to encourage repeat business
- Accurately managing orders and ensuring timely processing and delivery
- Identifying opportunities for up-selling and cross-selling of our pipeline/plumbing products
- Assisting in managing stock levels and liaising with suppliers to ensure product availability
- Working collaboratively with the external sales team to support sales efforts and achieve branch targets
- Maintaining accurate customer records and order details in the system
- Providing product information and advice to customers regarding pipeline/plumbing products
- Ensuring excellent customer service and resolving any issues or queries in a timely manner
Ideal Candidate Should Have:
- Experience in the pipeline/plumbing industry or a related field (preferred but not essential)
- A willingness to learn new computer systems quickly
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Enthusiasm to achieve sales and work within a team to meet branch targets
- A proactive attitude with the ability to handle multiple tasks in a busy environment
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Remuneration: Basic Salary (dependent on experience) and potential bonus based on branch performance
Location: Rainham, London (Full-Time)
Internal candidates: Please ensure that you advise your line manager or Candice in HR of your intended application before applying.
Air Conditioning and Ancillary Internal Salesperson
Job ref: 1615
Due to continued expansion Smith Brothers are looking to recruit a number of Air Conditioning and Ancillaries Internal salespeople throughout the branches.
Smith Brothers is the oldest and largest family-owned commercial HVAC merchant operating 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 in England, Scotland and Wales, this is a great opportunity to join a fantastic family-run progressive company.
Working from our SBS Sheffield 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 (dependent on experience)
Location: Sheffield (full-time)
Internal candidates: Please ensure that you advise your line manager or Candice in HR of your intended application before applying.
Currently, we do not have any jobs available for this branch. However, please keep visiting this page for any future developments.
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