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Vacancies

Technical Coordinator

Mar 23, 2021 , by sfrrecruitment
  • £25,000 – £30,000
  • Birmingham
  • Permanent
  • Ventilation Solutions
  • Job Ref: MR178

Technical Coordinator – Officed based – Birmingham.

SFR Recruitment Solutions are pleased to be working closely with a leading manufacturer of Ventilation Solutions.

Renowned for quality in everything they do, coupled with state of the art UK Manufacturing and testing facilities.

Providing effective and efficient sales and technical support and administration to the distribution department.

Key Responsibilities

Produce Sales Quotes for Façade customers from information provided by the Technical Estimator and Technical Sales Manager.

Produce and maintain Technical Files for the EN12101-2 Declaration of Performance Process liaising with audited partners and team members.

Produce and update prescriptive detail drawings for both company standard and project specific installations.

Provide administrative support for key Façade initiatives such as the Testing Solutions Documents, configurator and the Façade Section of the Knowledge Hub.

Support the Technical Advisor in arranging EN12101-2 Fabricator/Partner audits ensuring all records are maintained.

Processing Tested Solutions Registrations

Facilitate technical support for partners and façade customers and answer customer queries via email and phone calls.

Assist the Technical Sales Manager and National Façade Manager with the rollout of new key façade initiatives to partners and customers.

If you would like to apply or ask any questions, please contact SFR Recruitment Solutions

Vacancies

UK Sales Manager: Hertfordshire

Mar 3, 2021 , , , by sfrrecruitment
  • £45,000 – £50,000 Bonus & Car
  • Hertfordshire
  • Permanent
  • Security hardware/Locking solutions
  • Job Ref: MR171

Our client is an established, market-leading distributor of locks, security products and door hardware.

You will travel throughout the UK. Our clients UK Head Office is in the South of England and the ideal candidate will live within an hour of the office.
 
Commutable Locations:  Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire


What you will be doing: UK Sales Manager
 
The key responsibility of the UK Sales Manager is to manage and support a field-based sales team. Manage key account partners across the UK whilst developing and implementing a plan to grow and expand profitable revenue, product ranges and presence in new markets.
 

  • Manage and grow the current £10 million in revenue in line with company growth plans.
  • Work closely with all area of the business to promote best practice.
  • Integrate yourself with business partners becoming a trusted advisor.
  • Identify, research and approach potential new businesses across target markets.
  • Gain market share with key products categories.
  • Manage, recruit, train and develop a field-based sales team of 4.


Previously you will have:

  • Sold security hardware or Ironmongery products.
  • Managed and grown national key accounts.
  • Held responsibility of a minimum total of £4m plus of business.
  • Have market knowledge of the trade and retail customers.
  • Managed a field-based sales team.

Please get in touch with Matthew at SFR Recruitment Solutions if you wish to learn more or apply for this position.  

matthew@sfrrecruitment.co.uk

07512 602431

Vacancies

Inventory Planner: Devon

Feb 15, 2021 , , , by sfrrecruitment
  • £20,000 – £25,000
  • Newton Abbot, Devon.
  • Permanent
  • Door Hardware
  • Job Ref: JS169

SFR Recruitment Solutions are supporting a leading manufacturer of Door Hardware. The role we are recruiting for Inventory Planner.

Primary objective

To ensure full availability of Inventory to meet customer orders and forecast requirements in

accordance with customer demand and inventory targets.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop existing supply chains

• Accurate interpretation of forecasts in support of Purchase Order placement

• Integral part of the Planning team and key liaison between Sales, Product Management, Quality, Customer Service, Operations etc.

• Ensuring Purchase Orders are shipped on time from suppliers – expediting when necessary.

• Liaising & co-ordinating Inbound consignments with Freight Forwarders to ensure maximum efficiencies are obtained.

• Maintaining accurate detail pertaining to products on Microsoft AX and Syspro.

• Compilation, analysis and presentation of key data related to Inbound Supply to Management within the business.

Main Duties

• Monitor customer forecasts and associated demand, ensuring optimum inventory levels are ordered when required.

• Communicate with overseas suppliers & freight forwarders.

• Daily communicate with customer services in respect of stock availability to meet customer orders.

• React to changes in customer demand and take necessary action to mitigate risk to the business where possible, with existing purchase orders.

• Enter/maintain accurate data onto ERP systems

• Work closely with the Group central purchasing team to leverage best value.

Functional competencies

• Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• Teamwork

• Customer Focus

• Problem Solving

• Continuous Improvement

• Leadership

• Planning and Organisation

Special Competencies:

• Multitasking

• Flexible

• Analytical

For further information regarding the role please contact Jamie at SFR Recruitment Solutions

07512602081

jamie@sfrrecruitment.co.uk 

Vacancies

Internal Sales Representative: Birmingham

Feb 15, 2021 , , by sfrrecruitment
  • Competitive Salary
  • Birmingham
  • Permanent
  • Architectural Ironmongery
  • Job Ref: MR168

SFR Recruitment Solutions are pleased to be supporting a leading Architectural Ironmongery Manufacturer and supplier.

The role we are recruiting for is An Internal Sales Representative based in Birmingham.

Job Purpose

Principally working alongside the existing Specification Sales Team & Business Development Manager (UK) to manage, maintain and convert the existing company quote bank, ensuring an upward growth curve. Interaction with the Main & Sub Contractor customer base (internally) to provide high levels of customer service, also proactively assisting an allocated Specification Sales Consultants quote bank to ensure all projects, at whatever stage, are continually followed up, with report status current and next actions clearly communicated.

Previous Experience.

Internal Sales Experience. preferably within the Main Contractor & Joinery Sub-Contractor Sectors

Duties.

  • Develop trusting relationships with identified Joinery Sub Contractors, and ensure they have a contact within the business.
  • To understand the needs and requirements of our customers and continue to build relationships with new and existing customers.
  • To serve as the link of communication between key customers and the Specification team.
  • Regularly liaise with the Specification team and chase quotes to increase the conversion rates.
  • To resolve customer queries and complaints, and ensure trust is always maintained.
  • Generating new sales from offering knowledge and guidance on non-company Specified projects helping to build our long-lasting contractor relationships.
  • On a monthly basis, report successes, losses and constraints to the Business Development Manager (UK) and work towards building a clear path between specification and order receipt.
  • Review of the lost report each month with your line manager, agreeing on a plan of action relating to each.

Key Competencies

  • Results Focus-Focused on delivering results and demonstrates accountability for actions with a high level of quality        
  • Initiative – the capacity to search and develop new solutions, solve problems and spontaneously suggest improvements 
  • Adaptability & Resilience-Resiliently embraces change in structure, processes, requirements or cultures
  • Customer Focus– Constant desire to satisfy one’s customers, whether outside or inside the organization
  • Teamwork– The capacity to work in interaction with others, in mutual support

Key Skills

  • Ability to problem solve
  • Communication skills both oral and written
  • Negotiating and Persuading
  • Strong but fair negotiator
  • Planning and Organizing
  • IT skills, proficient in the use of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, CRM data inputting and management

Get in touch if this sounds the role for you!

Vacancies

Field Engineer: Berkshire

Feb 8, 2021 , , , , by sfrrecruitment
  • £30,000 – £33,000 + Company pension & Company vehicle
  • Berkshire / Hampshire / Surrey
  • Permanent
  • Roller Shutters/ Industrial Doors / Security gates & Barriers
  • Job Ref: JS166

The Company

Our client specialises in all aspects of perimeter security including gates, roller shutters, barriers, automatic and manual doors, access control and CCTV. 

We are looking to recruit field engineers to join the team.

The Position

Located in Berkshire, the role primarily involves undertaking installations, repairs and maintenance to all types of industrial doors & roller shutters, gates, barriers, auto and manual doors. 

We are looking for a positive “solution provider” and someone who is willing to assist with other areas of work as and when required. 

This is a permanent full time position.

  • Engineering background
  • Practical experience with either/and roller-shutters, sectional doors, gates, barriers, auto doors.
  • Electrical, Welding or hydraulics experience desirable but not essential.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Experience recommending further works to be carried out on site.
  • Current clean driving licence

In return you will receive an excellent benefits package which includes:

  • 20 days holiday plus bank holidays.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • All power tools and hand tools provided.
  • Professionally racked company vehicle.
  • Uniform
  • Salary dependent on experience and qualifications

If this sounds like the role for you please contact Jamie at SFR Recruitment Solutions today for further information!

07512602081

jamie@sfrrecruitment.co.uk 

Vacancies

Internal Sales Representative: London

Feb 4, 2021 , , , by sfrrecruitment
  • £30,000 – £40,000 + Bonus
  • London South East
  • Permanent
  • Security hardware/locking solutions
  • Job Ref: MR165

The Position:

Due to the continued expansion, our client is now recruiting for a Technical Sales Representative in London.

The Role:

  • Your role will be to identify, develop and close profitable sales opportunities for the company, through developing excellent customer relationships and provision of technical support. 
  • Target key architects and develop strong relationships to develop specifications of architectural ironmongery, door sets, balustrades and security products.
  • Identify through effective communication with customers details of specific projects: budget, timescales, product requirements, alternatives, competition.
  • Identify and follow up with key decision-makers on projects and develop strong relationships to influence decisions.
  • Gain information of competitor quotes to compare and identify key differences and or value engineer more price effective solutions
  • Identify where the wider group, regional or national opportunities may occur and liaise with line manager about how these may be progressed.
  • Use relevant internal IT and processes (CRM) to help prioritise workload and remain fully updated at all times.
  • Be accountable for the conversion of enquiries into sales orders at appropriate margins. Liaise with estimators and provide any information required to maximise conversion rates.
  • Pre-qualify all enquiries and provide key information to the estimating team to aid with quote preparation.
  • Ensure live projects are tracked in real-time to ensure they are secured.
  • Be prepared to support other areas of the business as required.

The Candidate:

  • The ideal candidate will have a similar experience
  • Previous sales experience and working towards targets
  • Methodical and organised in your approach
  • A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Good communication skills

Please apply or contact Matthew at SFR Recruitment Solutions for more information!

07512602431

matthew@sfrrecruitment.co.uk

Vacancies

Ironmongery Sales Executive: East Anglia

Feb 3, 2021 , , , , by sfrrecruitment
  • £25,000 + Bonus & travel allowance
  • East Anglia (Home-based)
  • Permanent
  • Architectural Ironmongery

Position & Responsibilities

Drive sales of Architectural Ironmongery and Door Hardware products through local contractors, builders, developers through reactive and proactive telephone/pc based activities.

This role requires a self motivated and well organised individual with a passion for sales and excellent levels of customer service. 

Our client is business that is family-owned with aspirations to grow the team whilst generating new sales opportunities in the East Anglia and North London area. 

This business stocks high and has excellent delivery times, whilst priding themselves on first class customer service. 

Phone, IT and company software is provided for home based work. 

If this sounds like the role for you please contact Matthew at SFR Recruitment Solutions for further information!

Email: matthew@sfrrecruitment.co.uk

Telephone: 07512602431

Vacancies

Specification Sales Consultant: South

Jan 25, 2021 , , , , by sfrrecruitment
  • £40,000 – £50,000 + Bonus & Car allowance
  • South & London
  • Permanent
  • Door Hardware Manufacturer
  • Job Ref: MR163

Position & Responsibilities

Open to candidates from a variety of backgrounds.

To manage, maintain and convert all new and existing projects and quotes held within the company quote bank, ensuring an upward growth curve.

To systematically grow relationships with our Architects, Interior Designers, Main & Sub Contractor customer base while providing a high level of customer service.

• Develop and maintain relationships with Key Architects in your area.

• Influence hardware specifications using the company product portfolio.

• Follow up on all new Leads, Projects & Quotes received

• Track all projects and outstanding quotes from the design and specification stage through to negotiation and procurement.

• Record all Sales activities on the company CRM system.

• Keep all accounts on the CRM up to date (names, star rating, address and social media etc.)

• Ensure all project “Required by” and “Completion Dates” are kept up to date.

• Submit project case studies regularly.

• Prepare annual sales budget forecasts.

• Assist with marketing initiatives.

• Present an allotted amount of Company CPD Presentations annually.

• Keep up to date with technical knowledge and reviewing professional publications.

• Proactively work alongside an allocated Internal Sales member to ensure your quotes within your quote bank, at whatever stage, are continually followed up, reporting current and next actions clearly

Skills & Experience

• Experience in sales for Ironmongery or Hardware Company.

• Formal sales training.

• Contacts with Architects

• Confident and personable

• Clean driving licence

• GAI Diploma

Why should you apply?

This is a brilliant opportunity for a highly skilled and experienced individual in the Ironmongery

industry to further develop their career.

Do you possess these fit these exact skills and experience required to suit our client’s specification sales role?

Please contact Matthew at SFR Recruitment Solutions for further information!

Email: matthew@sfrrecruitment.co.uk

Telephone: 07512602431

Vacancies

Product Manager: West Midlands

Jan 6, 2021 , , , by sfrrecruitment
  • £30,000-£32,000
  • West Midlands
  • Permanent
  • Access Solutions
  • Job Ref: MR161

SFR Recruitment Solutions are working on an exciting opportunity for a Product Manager — Access Solutions / Access Control based in the West Midlands.

To manage and co-ordinate the Access Control portfolio, including developing business development and marketing strategy alongside the sales and marketing teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Build relationships with key stakeholders to understand the needs of each department and implement strategies that meet requirements. 
  • Take overall responsibility for assigned product categories.
  • Become the product champion and communicate standards, product changes and amended technical specifications. 
  • Research and present competitive market analysis to support NPI 
  • Effectively manage the New Product Development / Introduction process.
  • Ensure new products meet the appropriate quality and safety standards. 
  • Have full margin responsibility for product ranges ensuring margins and profitability are maximised · Effectively manage the overall product portfolio and own the product information held.
  • Agree on pricing strategies, set pricing levels and agree and implement cost price changes. 
  • Liaise with suppliers for product information and problem resolution. 
  • Support the sales team in developing innovative promotional concepts and programs.
  • Implement an ongoing process of value engineering encompassing product, packaging and supply chain initiatives. 
  • Carry out training with our stockists and staff

The Ideal Candidate

  • Have experience in product management and an understanding of the principles and processes 
  • Have experience working with Digital Access Control 
  • IT literate with a good understanding of Microsoft Office 
  • Have the ability to deliver presentations 
  • Have a relevant degree or have relative experience 
  • Be enthusiastic, self-confident and committed with a positive outlook 
  • Be able to work with other staff as part of an efficient, professional and friendly working environment 
  • Possess good organisational and analytical skills with great attention to detail. We are looking for candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds.

Interested?

Please contact Matthew at SFR Recruitment Solutions for more information

07512602431

matthew@sfrrecruitment.co.uk

SFR Recruitment Solutions