Joseph Parr Bradford
External Sales Representative
Get notified of more jobs like this · No spam, ever
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Company Description
Joseph Parr Bradford is a builders merchant serving the Bradford area, providing a wide range of building materials and related products to trade and retail customers. The company supports construction professionals, contractors, and independent trades with reliable supply, practical solutions, and knowledgeable service. Team members work in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, safety, and customer focus are essential. Joining Joseph Parr Bradford offers the opportunity to contribute to local building projects and develop expertise in the construction materials sector.
Role Description
The External Sales Representative is a full-time, on-site role based in Bradford. This role focuses on visiting existing and potential customers, promoting products and services, and identifying opportunities for new business within the local construction and trade market. Day-to-day tasks include:
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
- Preparing and delivering sales presentations
- Managing a customer portfolio
- Responding to inquiries
- Providing product information and pricing
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
The role also involves:
- Building long-term relationships
- Working closely with internal teams to ensure timely delivery of materials
- Meeting agreed sales targets
The External Sales Representative is expected to:
- Maintain accurate records of customer visits
- Prepare regular sales reports
- Represent Joseph Parr Bradford professionally in the field
Qualifications
- Strong sales skills, including Sales Presentations and New Business Development.
- Proven ability in Relationship Building and Customer Service.
- Excellent Communication skills, both face-to-face and over the phone.
- Experience in external or field sales, ideally within builders merchants or the construction materials industry.
- Ability to plan and manage a sales territory, including travel around Bradford and surrounding areas.
- Comfortable working towards sales targets and KPIs, with good negotiation and closing skills.
- Valid driving license suitable for regular customer visits.
- Basic IT skills for using CRM systems, email, and standard office applications.
- Knowledge of building materials or willingness to learn product ranges quickly.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills