Hardwood Sales Person

CNC Recruitment are seeking an experienced salesperson to generate high-quality enquiries and build relationships with new and prospective customers involved in premium construction and architectural projects. This role is primarily focused on telephone outreach across the South and South-East, with occasional field-based activity. It is well suited to someone confident, commercially aware, and comfortable engaging with professionals in the high-end residential building market.

Location: Lopen, near South Petherton, Somerset

Type: Full-Time/Permanent

If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.
Hours: Full-time preferred, part-time considered (minimum 3 days per week)
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum (depending on experience)

The Role

You will be responsible for developing a strong prospect base by:

• Contacting potential customers
• Introducing our products
• Generating interest in our services
• Securing face-to-face meetings and product enquiries

Key Responsibilities

• Build and manage a targeted list of contacts
• Conduct outbound calls and develop rapport with prospects
• Generate and qualify new leads
• Accurately record and manage sales activity
• Support the wider team with a steady pipeline of opportunities

What Were Looking For

Essential:

• Proven experience in telemarketing, telesales, or outbound sales
• Strong knowledge of timber products (ideally oak)
• Confidence speaking with professionals and decision-makers
• Ability to navigate organisations and handle gatekeepers
• Professional, credible telephone manner
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Strong organisational and self-management abilities

Desirable:

• Experience in construction, architecture, or a related industry
• Interest xwzovoh in high-quality materials or design-led projects

Working Arrangements

• Remote or home-based working available
• Initial training ideally based in South Petherton (partly remote possible)
• Ongoing office attendance required periodically (e.g. twice per month)
• Full-time or part-time considered (minimum 3 days per week)

Salary & Benefits

• £40,000 £50,000 (pro rata for part-time), depending on experience
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Holiday bonus scheme based on length of service
• Stable and supportive working environment