External Sales Representative
- Location
- Bury St. Edmunds, United Kingdom
- Work mode
- On-site
- Salary
- Not stated
- Department
- Branch + Showroom
- Posted
- 23 Oct 2026
Verified open 2 Nov 2026 · Source: Teamtailor
About the role
Join the MKM Family!
Established in 1995, currently with 149 branches nationwide with over 3,300 colleagues across the business. We at MKM Building Supplies have no intention of slowing down. Growing year on year, expanding our footprint. We are always looking for the best people to join us along our journey and become a part of the UK’s Leading Independent Builders’ Merchant.
In this position, you will play an instrumental role in the growth and development of the branch, we are therefore looking for a talented, experienced, and dedicated candidate to help drive the business forward.
What You'll Be Doing:
Working as part of the external sales team, the main aim of this role will be to identify new business opportunities, promoting MKM as their supplier of choice and converting this into regular business.
In addition, you will also be responsible for maintaining relationships with existing customers and ensuring they continue to receive great customer service.
You will predominantly work in and around the local area and will be required to take a pro-active approach to visiting existing and potential customers, building lasting relationships and exceeding their expectations.
In all dealings with customers, you will be expected to use every opportunity to maximise sales and margin.
What We're Looking For:
🔵Must be located in or around the Bury St. Edmunds area.
🔵Previous experience of working in a sales position is essential for this role.
🔵Experience within the Builder’s Merchant sector is essential.
🔵We would also expect the successful candidate to have the ability to generate new business and develop lasting customer relationships.
🔵You must be an excellent negotiator, confident and enthusiastic and have a full driver’s licence.
🔵Please note this role will predominantly work Monday to Friday, however we will expect flexibility to work some Saturdays if needed.
What We Offer:
In return, you can be a part of the UK’s leading independent Builders Merchant and winner of many industry awards. Some of the benefits we offer include:
A competitive pay package.
Generous discretionary bonus scheme
Company car or car allowance
Substantial staff discounts
Training and development opportunities
Holiday scheme which rewards length of service
Holiday purchase Scheme
Uniform
Perkbox discounts
Contributory pension scheme
Financial Planning Support
Cycle to work scheme.
Free parking
Enhanced Maternity
Enhanced Paternity
Employee Assistance Programme
Mental Health Support
As a business, we are committed to attracting, developing and retaining a diverse team, helping our people grow and succeed while ensuring everyone feels valued and supported and part of the ‘MKM Family’.
Any queries, please call on: 01482 262280
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