Assistant Showroom Manager – £Competitive salary – Hedge End, Southampton – Full Time, Permanent

Offering a friendly work environment, competitive pay, and a secure position within an established company, we are seeking a positive, approachable Assistant Showroom Manager to deliver excellent customer service.

Founded in 1875, Nicholls and Clarke Group is a manufacturer, distributor, and retailer of building materials throughout the UK, with a network of retail and distribution centres. We have a committed team of over 500 people supplying building materials to the trade and retail markets.

We have an exciting opportunity for an individual with prior customer service/general management experience who is comfortable and confident in a customer-facing role, dealing with a variety of customer situations professionally.

Role responsibilities for the Assistant Showroom Manager

• Provide excellent customer service to ensure a complete customer experience.


• Inspire and motivate team members


• Support and assist customers during sales campaigns


• Perform stock control, checks and ordering duties


• Demonstrate energy, drive and a positive ‘can-do’ attitude


• Generating new trade leads


• Complete relevant paperwork


• Ensure displays are presentable


• General housekeeping – ensuring areas are clean and tidy at all times


• Maintain a smart appearance


• Complete special projects and tasks as directed by your manager


• Always comply with the company's Health & Safety requirements


• Personal protective clothing and equipment are to be worn at all times


• Flexibility to cover store open hours, weekends, and bank holidays


• Manual lifting will be involved

Requirements for the Assistant Showroom Manager

• Previous relevant managerial experience preferred

• Ability to manage a team in a professional and positive way


• Ability to provide excellent customer service


• Physically fit


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written


• Attention to detail and reliable with good time-keeping skills


• A strong team player with excellent rapport-building skills


• A good sense of initiative


• Able to work under pressure

Founded in 1875, the Nicholls and Clarke Group has grown to become the UK’s largest national manufacturer and distributor of fine-quality sanitary ware, ceramic and porcelain tiles, Nicobond tile adhesives, grouting compounds, architectural ironmongery, and general hardware.

Being field based, you will not be situated in an office, although you will have a main distribution centre that will support you and help you grow your sales.

This Sales Representative role involves managing our customers in Northwest & Southwest London selling them our extensive range of high-quality light side building products. Part of the role is also to find and bring on new customers which will attract additional bonuses.

Please note that this field-based sales role is in Enfield/ North London/ Northwest London & parts of Southwest London and West London postcodes.

Role responsibilities for the Sales Representative

·Manage your allocated region managing and growing sales with our existing customer base as well as bringing on new customers

·Visiting clients at office and site level

·Ensuring business continues to grow

·Maintaining a sense of enthusiasm and commitment

·Providing consistent, excellent customer service

What will you sell and to who?

·You will be selling domestic and commercial sanitaryware

·Our Phlexicare range offers independent living products including level access and wetroom showering products.

·Ceramic and porcelain tiles, Nicobond adhesives, grouting compounds and screeds, tiling systems, and wet rooms.

·Decorating products including paint and decorating sundries

·Architectural ironmongery and general hardware

·Our customer base includes Building Contractors, Maintenance Companies, Disabled Adaptation specialists, Regional House Developers, Housing Associations and Local Authorities.

Requirements for the Regional Sales Representative

·Previous experience within a similar field-based sales role

·Prior experiencewithin the construction industry preferred

·A commitment to excellent customer service

·Friendly, engaging and approachable

·Happy to travel daily to client sites

·Passionate about bringing in new business

·Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

·Target driven

·A professional and positive approach

·Good team player

·Attention to detail

Benefits

·Comprehensive Induction training

·Ongoing training that focuses on the features, benefits, and installation of our products and how best to sell them

·Competitive salary package

·Uncapped Quarterly Bonus and Annual Bonus Schemes

·Company car

·Mobile and laptop

·Company Pension Scheme

·Private Healthcare Insurance

·Holiday entitlement

·A well-Established Business, Founded in 1875

·UK based company

·High employee retention 

Phlexicare TSR – sales and specification – HC and Social Housing

This field-based role offers a highly competitive salary with an uncapped bonus scheme, and an extensive range of benefits including ongoing training, a yearly incentive, an executive company car, private healthcare insurance, a laptop and phone, and a friendly working environment.

This Sales Representative role involves managing our customers and selling them our extensive range of high-quality Phlexicare products. Part of the role also involves finding and attracting new customers, which will attract additional bonuses.

Founded in 1875, the Nicholls and Clarke Group has grown to become the UK’s largest national manufacturer and distributor of bathroom/ kitchen healthcare products, fine quality sanitary ware, ceramic, and porcelain tiles, Nicobond tile adhesives, grouting compounds, architectural ironmongery, and general hardware.

Being field-based, you will not be situated in an office, although you will have a main distribution centre to support you and help you grow your sales.

The area you will be covering:

Middlesex/ Parts of Buckinghamshire/Berkshire/Surrey

Why N&C?

·Comprehensive Induction training

·Ongoing training that focuses on the features, benefits, and installation of our products and how best to sell them

·Competitive salary package

·Uncapped Quarterly Bonus and Annual Bonus Schemes

·Company car

·Mobile and laptop

·After three months service employees invited to join the NEST pension scheme

·Perk-box employee incentive scheme

·Holiday entitlement

·A well-Established Business, Founded in 1875

·UK based company

·High employee retention

Role responsibilities for the Sales Representative

·Manage your allocated region and grow sales with our existing customer base as well as bring onboard new customers.

·Visiting clients at their premises and site.

·Ensuring business continues to grow in line with management expectations.

·Maintaining a professional attitude with a sense of enthusiasm and commitment.

·Providing a first-class customer service.

Your customers and products specific

·Our customer base includes Building Contractors, Maintenance Companies, Disabled Adaptation specialists, Regional House Developers, Housing Associations and Local Authorities.

·You will be selling our Phlexicare range which offers independent living products including level access and wetroom showering products.

·domestic/commercial sanitaryware and healthcare products.

·Ceramic and porcelain tiles, Nicobond adhesives, grouting compounds and screeds, tiling systems, and wetrooms.

·Architectural ironmongery and general hardware

Requirements for the Sales Representative

·Previous experience within a similar field-based sales role (specification).

·Prior experiencewithin the construction industry or RTM preferred.

·A commitment to excellent customer service

·Friendly, engaging and approachable

·Happy to travel daily to client sites

·Passionate about bringing in new business

·Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

·Target driven

·A professional and positive approach

·Good team player

·Attention to detail

N&C Glass, a leading UK glass manufacturer, is part of the Nicholls and Clarke Group of Companies and has been supplying quality products to the glass industry for over a century. Nationwide we have a team of over 450 people supplying Building Materials to the trade and public.

What will the HGV Class 2 Driver do?

We are currently seeking an HGV Driver, with good experience and a Class 2 licence to join our team in Fareham to cover deliveries in the South East and South West of England. We offer excellent development prospects and a long-term career.

The position will involve occasional warehouse loading (training will be provided).

Forklift training is also available on request.

Requirements for the HGV Class 2 Driver:

· An HGV Class 2 licence is essential

· Valid CPC card (training available where required)

· You should be physically fit as some loading/unloading is required via a tail lift/pallet truck

· Good customer services skills

· A team player

· Good time management

Benefits:

· Monday to Friday (7am-4 pm) - no unsocial hours

· Full time permanent contract – guaranteed work

· A competitive salary

· 23 Days' holiday plus 8 bank holidays, rising to 24 days' holiday after 5 years’ service

· Excellent development prospects and long term career

· Free on-site parking

· Staff discount on all building materials

· Health & Safety equipment will be supplied

Production Operatives

Due to an increased demand we currently have a number of exciting opportunities for individuals looking to join our friendly and established company as Production Operatives. Positions available are:

4 pm-12.30 am Monday-Thursday and 2.30 pm-10.30 pm Fridays.

About us:

N&C Glass is part of the Nicholls & Clarke Group, which was founded in 1875. We specialise in the processing and distribution of glass and have been supplying quality products to the glass industry for over a century. 

Offering full training, a friendly working environment, a competitive rate of pay, and a secure position within an established company.

The Role:

We are looking to recruit Production Operatives who ideally have a few years of working experience to join our busy manufacturing facility on either day shifts, evening shifts or night shifts.

You will be working within a small team making domestic sealed units on a semi-automated production line. Our high volume production facility holds various machines to aid your work.

No previous experience is necessary but if you have relevant experience your salary could be adjusted to reflect this.  

Full training will be given.      

Requirements for the Production Operatives:

• No previous experience is necessary, but desirable, although a good checkable working history is essential


• You should have a basic understanding of the importance of Health & Safety


• Ability to work unsupervised, or as part of a team


• An understanding of targets and the drive to better them


• An excellent timekeeper and team player


• Flexibility and adaptability – able to work in a fast production/manufacturing environment


• A willingness to be trained on various machines


• An eye for quality, without compromising on production targets


• Ability to organise and complete paperwork


• Good housekeeping skills with an understanding that “extra” may be asked in busy periods


• Able to uphold the companies polices and principles

Job Overview

We are seeking a reliable and skilled 7.5 Tonne Driver to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of goods to various locations. This role requires a strong commitment to customer service and adherence to road safety regulations. As a 7.5 Tonne Driver, you will be crucial in ensuring that our deliveries are completed on time and in excellent condition.

Responsibilities

• Operate a 7.5-tonne lorry for the delivery of goods to customers across designated routes.


• Ensure all deliveries are made safely and efficiently, adhering to all traffic laws and company policies.


• Conduct pre-trip inspections of the vehicle to ensure it is in good working order.


• Load and unload goods, ensuring they are secured properly for transport.


• Maintain accurate delivery records and complete necessary paperwork.


• Communicate effectively with dispatchers and customers regarding delivery schedules and any potential issues.


• Provide exceptional customer service by representing the company positively during interactions with clients.

Skills

• Proven experience as a delivery driver, preferably focusing on commercial driving.


• Ability to drive a flatbed lorry safely and efficiently.


• Strong knowledge of road safety regulations and best practices for driving.


• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage time effectively.


• Good communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective interaction with customers and team members.


• A valid UK driving license with the appropriate category for driving a 7.5 tonne vehicle.


• A professional attitude towards work, demonstrating reliability and commitment to quality service.

Benefits:

· Monday to Friday (7 am to 5 pm) - no unsocial hours

· Full-time permanent contract – guaranteed work

· A competitive salary

· 23 Days holiday plus 8 bank holidays, rising to 24 days holiday after 5 years’ service

· Excellent development prospects and long-term career

· Free on-site parking

· Staff discount on all building materials

· Health & Safety equipment will be supplied

If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please email a copy of your CV to: recruitment@nichollsandclarke.com

Please include the job vacancy you would like to apply for within the email's subject line.

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N+C Glass, part of the Nicholls and Clarke Group is looking to recruit a Production Operative to join our Fareham factory on a permanent basis due to exciting company growth.

N+C Glass are highly reputable Glass window manufacturers and have been operating for nearly 150 years. Our Fareham warehouse has a vacancy on our sealed unit line at the end stage of the sealing robot. This position is on our day shift with the working hours being 6am-4.30pm. No experience necessary. This is a manual job that requires lifting of units and attention to detail to spot any quality issues.

· Competitive salary.

· Excellent progression opportunities in various aspects of the branch.

· Supported training programme.

· Company pension scheme.

· 31 days annual leave, raised to 33 with time served (8 days bank holiday inclusive)

As a Production Operative you will be responsible for (but not limited to):

· Understanding and completing paperwork.

· Operating glass processing machinery and equipment.

· Maintaining health and safety regulations across the factory floor.

· Housekeeping of machinery and work areas.

· Manual handling of glass.

· The quality of glass and work produced.

· Working on either an automated unit production line / a toughened glass production line / Loading of goods in and out / assembling internal frames.

To be considered for the role you must:

· Have a willingness to learn (full training provided).

· Be able to work towards a given target.

· Excellent attention to detail.

· Be adaptable.

· Be able to work unsupervised and as part of a team.

· Able to adhere to the company’s policies and values.

To Learn more about us please visit www.ncglass.com

N&C Tiles and Bathrooms are part of the Nicholls and Clarke Group of Companies. Founded in 1875 Nicholls and Clarke Group are a manufacturer, distributor and retailer of building materials throughout the UK. We have a committed team of over 450 people supplying building materials to the trade and retail markets.

The Retail Sales Assistant will be required to engage with customers and other team members to provide exceptional customer service through your enthusiasm and knowledge.

You will be responsible for driving sales and provide high quality customer service by identifying our customer's needs and giving accurate advice for their requirements.

Key Responsibilities for Retail Sales Assistant include:

• Delivering exclusive Customer Service through knowledge and inspiring customers


• Building relationships with both trade and DIY customers


• Generating new trade leads through telesales


• Working as part of a team to maintain showroom stock levels and store appearance


• Resolving customer queries following Company procedures in a professional manner


• Manual lifting when required

Key Requirements of the role include:

• Previous experience in similar roles/ environments (desirable)


• Experience in providing customer service


• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills


• Comfortable in regularly handling customer situations

If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please email a copy of your CV to: recruitment@nichollsandclarke.com

Please remember to include the job vacancy that you would like to apply for, in the subject line of the email.

It's our people who make up the company we are today.

Join Our Team and become a part of the Nicholls & Clarke Family.