Territory Sales Representative

About the role

Join Howdens Joinery, the UK’s No1 trade kitchen supplier, as a Territory Sales Representative. This field‑based position focuses on building a network of trade customers, winning new business and turning conversations into long‑term partnerships across your assigned territory.

Key responsibilities

• Proactively approach prospective trade customers and convert opportunities into new accounts.
• Grow and nurture the existing account base, supporting depot performance.
• Introduce new customers to the Howdens model, clearly explaining its benefits.
• Collaborate with depot teams to increase account spend and trading frequency.
• Manage customer enquiries from first contact through to resolution.
• Participate in team meetings, sharing insights, performance updates and ideas.
• Maintain accurate data on activity and pipeline, ensuring visibility.
• Work safely and adhere to health and safety standards.

Required profile

• Proven track record in winning new business or a target‑driven sales environment.
• Confident in engaging trade customers from the first conversation.
• Self‑motivated, resilient and driven to succeed.
• Ability to develop product and service knowledge in joinery and hardware.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to thrive in a fast‑paced setting.
• Full UK driving licence.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary with attractive bonuses and depot incentives.
• Company car.
• Competitive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution).
• Up to 32 days annual leave, increasing with service.
• Generous staff discount on Howdens products.
• 40‑hour working week (Monday‑Friday) with no evenings, Sundays or bank holidays.
• Buy‑as‑you‑earn share scheme.
• Virtual GP access and wellbeing support for you and your family.