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Territory Representative
Territory Sales Representative – Join the UK’s No.1 Trade Kitchen Supplier
Join Howdens as a Territory Sales Representative and contribute to growing your local customer account base. This is a field-based role, where you’ll build your network, secure new business, and forge long-term trade partnerships by working closely with depot colleagues.
Take full ownership of your territory’s trade customer base, nurturing relationships and converting opportunities into sales. Enjoy real autonomy to manage your workload while delivering sustainable growth through strong relationships and teamwork.
What We Offer You
- Competitive salary, bonuses, and depot incentives
- Company car (including popular hybrid options)
- 12% company contribution to pension scheme
- Up to 32 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
- Progressive holiday entitlement based on service length
- Generous staff discount on Howdens products
- 40-hour working week (Monday–Friday only)
- No evening/Sunday/Bank Holiday work requirements
- Buy-as-you-earn Share Scheme
- Virtual GP access & wellbeing support for you and your family
What We’re Looking For
- A proven track record of winning new business or proficiency in a sales-rich, target-driven role
- Confidence in engaging trade customers from the first interaction
- Self-motivated, resilient, and driven to succeed
- Ability to build expertise in joinery/hardware products and services
- Strong organisation skills and resilience in a fast-paced environment
- Fully held UK driving licence (mandatory)
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Your Responsibilities
- Win new business proactively, converting leads into accounts
- Grow/expand customer base across your allocated territory
- Introduce new customers to the Howdens model, highlighting its strength and value
- Collaborate with depot teams to increase customer spend and engagement
- Build enduring relationships with trade customers (both new and existing)
- Manage customer enquiries effectively, from initial contact to resolution
- Participate in team meetings, sharing insights, performance updates, and ideas
- Maintain accurate data on your activity/pipeline for visibility
- Work safely and in line with Health & Safety standards
Why Work Here?
- "Right first time" mentality – we prioritise quality in every process
- A culture where everyone contributes and supports one another
- Focused, agile operations driven by "keep it simple, move fast" principles
- Shared team bonuses celebrating collective success
- Trust built through consistent, reliable action – we deliver what we promise daily
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How to Join
This opportunity appeals to anyone looking to build and grow a career in sales. If Howdens resonates with you, we’d love to hear from you.
About Howdens
A FTSE 100 joinedery industry leader, Howdens operates 900+ nationwide depots and employs 11,000+ people. Last year’s sales reached £2.3bn, with sustained growth ensuring even greater successes ahead.
As a business that values local relationships with global scale, we combine traditional values with an entrepreneurial culture. This dynamic environment, coupled with competitive compensation, career development, and lively incentives, is part of why Howdens has been recognised as one of the UK’s Top 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.
We operate under the principle "Worthwhile for ALL concerned", fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcome. We are committed to supporting your application needs. If you require adjustments, please email recruitment@howdens.com with your location/role info.
Note on visa sponsorship: Candidates applying must have a valid UK right-to-work status. We do not offer sponsorship for depot positions at this time.
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