Head Hunted Recruitment Ltd

Head Hunted Recruitment are working exclusively with an award winning and rapidly expanding business who are one of the largest in their sector and boasting a very strong market presence. Due to continuing expansion, we are looking to recruit an Area Sales Representative. This is a superb opportunity for a driven individual to join one of the largest companies in the pet industry. The Area Sales Representative will support the growth in line with the business strategy by developing a newly established sales area. The role focuses on acquiring new customers, opening and developing accounts, reactivating existing accounts with no spend, and driving growth within existing key accounts to support revenue and profit targets. This is a home-based, field-focused role with an expectation to visit prospects and customers 4 5 days per week. You will be ideally located in Yorkshire or Manchester with travel across assigned area Yorkshire, Lancashire, Manchester, Cheshire, Staffordshire, Durham, Cumbria Area Sales Representative Key Responsibilities: Actively identify, contact, and engage prospective customers to increase client base and generate profitable new business. Develop and grow existing accounts, including reactivating dormant accounts within your area. Collaborate closely with the Business Development Director, the Sales Manager and the wider sales team to support delivery of sales strategy. Promote the company's wholesale products and services, elevating company profile within the region. Identify sales opportunities and inform customers of promotions and new product lines. Maintain strong customer relationships, enhancing buying experience through critical and creative thinking. Recommend suitable alternative products when required (e.g., out-of-stock situations). Manage and maintain CRM records, ensuring accurate customer interaction logs and account data. Handle customer orders by phone or email, ensuring accuracy in pricing, discounts, and product codes. Ensure orders are processed correctly and delivered on time, maintaining excellent customer satisfaction. Prepare reports and provide administrative support to ensure an efficient sales process. Conduct price negotiations, in conjunction with the Commercial Team where appropriate to secure and grow business. Maintain expert product knowledge and stay updated on industry trends, including liaising with manufacturers representatives. Attend and contribute to sales meetings at Head Office. Monitor sales project activities, track progress, and drive actions to achieve targets. Attend trade shows and represent the company professionally. Area Sales Representative Skills & Experience Required: 6-12 months experience in a similar sales role (pet industry experience highly desirable). Strong knowledge of the pet industry and/or specific pet/animal categories. Excellent communication, interpersonal, presentation, and problem-solving skills. Strong organisational and time-management abilities. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently. Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and CRM software. Full UK driving licence. Ability to balance persuasion with professionalism. This vacancy comes at a time which sees great growth within this area of the business. If you have the experience and feel you could step into this exciting opportunity then please apply immediately. We are offering a competitive salary of circa £35K per annum, plus excellent company benefits including commission, company car or car allowance and staff discount.

Head Hunted Recruitment are working with a well-known and long established company based in Kings Lynn, Norfolk who are looking to add an experienced Estimator to their growing team of professionals. This new Estimator position has come about due to new business in and around Norfolk/Suffolk. The Estimator will be required to prepare quotations and tenders for projects. The individual must be numerate and have the ability to quantify and price materials, labour, plant from tenders, specifications, technical drawings and site notes. Construction industry experience is essential while interior fit-out experience would be an advantage. The Estimator will have great attention to detail, be able to problem solve and keep detailed records. They need to be a good communicator and able to build a rapport with customers. The individual must work well under pressure and be able to organise/prioritise their own workload. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and career driven. Estimator Experience Required: A high level of Maths and Excel skills are required CAD drawing and design experience is an advantage Estimating experience in construction Ability to work well under pressure Be able to organise and plan your workload effectively 2 years minimum Interior fit out knowledge an advantage Highly motivated and looking to build a long lasting career Further training and development opportunities are available Estimator Benefits: Additional leave On-site parking Profit sharing Referral programme This is an office based position (when not visiting clients) and comes with an excellent salary of £45K - £50K per annum DOE. Head Hunted Recruitment Services Ltd and associated clients are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best at all times.