About the Company
Part of Hill and Smith Holdings Plc, based in Middlesbrough, Lionweld Kennedy are the recognised UK’s leading supplier of Safe, Sustainable Access solutions in Steel or GRP. We have a strong heritage of supporting multiple vertical sectors with products adaptable to the latest built environments and have a modern approach backed by 100 years of experience.
Why work for us:
We are in a strong position and have the investment and appetite for growth. As part of a FTSE 250 Plc with companies based worldwide. We are part of a strong and dynamic team delivering sustainable and innovative products and services.
The Person:
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Strong time management and prioritisation skills
- Well organised and punctual
- Excellent people/communication skills
- A ‘can-do’ attitude and a keenness for professional self-development
- A thirst to take on growing responsibilities and projects.
Position Description:
The internal sales representative is responsible for driving revenue growth by managing inbound & outbound sales activities within their region. The role focuses on identifying customer needs. Value engineering & preparing quotations. Working closely with cross-functional teams, the internal sales representative must ensure accurate order processing, timely follow ups & effective communication with clients.
Responsibilities:
- Respond to inbound sales enquiries via phone and email
- Proactively generate sales through outbound calls and follow-ups
- Qualify leads and identify new business opportunities
- Prepare and deliver accurate quotations and proposals
- Convert quotes into confirmed sales orders
- Maintain and manage customer records within the CRM system
- Build and nurture strong relationships with new and existing customers
- Pass leads to Business Development Executive to follow up wider opportunities
- Process sales orders accurately and coordinate with operations/logistics teams
- Follow up on outstanding quotes, backorders, and customer requests
- Achieve monthly sales targets and KPIs
- Provide product information, pricing, and availability updates to customers
- Raise NCR and issue to QA any client complaints
- Monitor competitor activity and provide market feedback
Position: Full Time with an immediate start
Hours of work: Mon- Thursday 9.00am -17.00pm, Friday 8.00am – 2.00pm
Salary: Negotiable depending on experience
Holidays: Full time – 25 days per year (Holiday year Jan – Dec) + 8 Bank holidays, Pro rata for part time.
Life Insurance: 3 times basic salary whilst in employment
Pension Scheme: Automatic enrolment if meet criteria, 5% Employee, 3% Employer. After 1 year in April – Age related up to max 6.5%.
Hill and Smith Share options scheme: When available and if applicable.
Employee Assistance Programme: Free to employees (Lifeworks)
Employee Engagement Platform offering discounts – (Rewards Gateway)
Free on-site parking.
Close proximity to Town Centre, bus & train stations
We welcome applicants from all sectors of the community, and we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
All applicants will be asked to prove that they have the right to work in the UK.
Work Location: In person
