Job Vacancies

Wood Finishes Direct is expanding fast, with good career opportunities becoming available from time to time. For more information, or if you would like to submit your CV for consideration, please email us at wfdjobs@wood-finishes-direct.com.
No agencies please


Current Vacancies:

Careers

Warehouse Picker/Packers

We have an exciting seasonal opportunity from February to join our ever-growing Warehouse team here at Wood Finishes Direct. In addition to being the market leader in our industry with a fantastic culture and work environment, we are all dedicated to working together as one team. Our warehouses are based in Folkestone, Kent and we are the UK's leading online retailer of wood finishing products

Responsibilities:

  • Picking.
  • Packing.
  • General warehouse duties.
  • Keeping aisles and goods in areas & desks clean & tidy.
  • Working directly with the section leads.
  • Meet daily KPI's.

Full training will be provided for the above, but experience is essential.

Required Skills:

  • Must have a minimal 1 year warehouse operative picker/packers.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to carry out instructions to a high standard.
  • Computer literate.
  • Ability to work within a team by providing friendly and helpful assistance to clients and co-workers.
  • Knowledge of warehouse H&S.
  • Attention to detail is essential.
  • Forklift license is an advantage.
  • A strong work ethic with a self-managed attitude.
  • Ability to deliver warehouse required KPI's.

Personal Qualities:

  • Confident, professional manner.
  • Able to communicate well.
  • Positive overall approach.
  • Hard working with a can-do attitude.
  • Proactive.

Job Type: Temporary contract, Zero hours contract up to 40 hours a week

Salary: £11.44 per hour

Benefits:

  • Company discount.
  • Casual dress.
  • Company events.
  • Free on-site parking.
  • On-site gym.
  • Holiday is accrued on a basis of 12.07% of hours you work.
  • Ongoing training and support.

In addition to flexible candidates who can work 0-40 hours as required we are also seeking several candidates to work weekends only. Please specify your preference when applying

Schedule:

  • Weekend availability.

Experience:

  • Warehouse experience: 1 year (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Folkestone (required).

Work Location: In person

Apply by sending your CV, covering letter and sample of work. wfdjobs@wood-finishes-direct.com

 

Careers

Outbound Sales Consultant

Wood Finishes Direct are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated outbound Sales Consultant.
Full induction and product training will be provided enabling you to provide an outstanding customer experience.
Wood Finishing Direct is a local business, we pride ourselves on delivering the exceptional every single day. If you believe that you can add to our customer experiences in a 'Kind' and 'Curious' manner, we would love to hear from you.

Overall Objective:

As an experienced Outbound Sales Consultant, you will be selling a range of our products to potential industry Trade Accounts as well as creating leads for potential new account holders. You will be joining a well-established Inbound Sales Team who are passionate about great customer services. With experience in cold calling and upselling products, you will generate leads and sales opportunities to the support the continued growth of the company.

Main Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Deliver exceptional service to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Make Outbound sales calls to potential customers generating new accounts and direct product sales.
  • Understand customer needs and requirements using a range of techniques to qualify opportunities.
  • Maintaining and updating database sources.
  • Preparing detailed reports on buying trends, customer requirements, and competitors.

Core Competencies:

  • Proven sales experience and cold calling.
  • Ability to quickly adapt in a changing environment and think ahead.
  • Passion for driving a positive culture.
  • Excellent listening skills.
  • Great organisational skills and time management which you can impart to others.
  • A strong telephone presence.
  • Fantastic combination of tolerance, perseverance and tenacity.

Job Competencies:

  • Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft 365 packages competently and effectively.
  • Awareness of GDPR and TPS procedures.
  • Driven to always demonstrate the right behaviours and professionalism with customers.
  • Competent understanding of Industry telephony KPI's.
  • Ideally the successful candidate will display an industry related background.

Salary: Competitive

Expected hours: 30hrs per week

Benefits:

  • Casual dress.
  • Company events.
  • Free on-site parking.
  • On-site gym.

Ability to Commute:

  • Folkestone (required).

Work Location: In person

Apply by sending your CV, covering letter and sample of work. wfdjobs@wood-finishes-direct.com

 

Careers

Part-Time Shop Assistant

Wood Finishes Direct are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to help us deliver exceptional customer service in our local store.
Full induction and product training will be provided enabling you to provide an outstanding customer experience.
Wood Finishing Direct is a local business, we pride ourselves on delivering the exceptional every single day. If you believe that you can add to our customer experiences in a 'Kind' and 'Curious' manner, we would love to hear from you.

Overall Objective:

A customer facing role with the diysoup retail store, dealing with Trades people as well as everyday customers, you will provide an outstanding level of Customer Service, keeping the shop well stocked and presentable.

Main Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Deliver exceptional service to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Strive to meet sales objectives.
  • Assisting customers with their queries.
  • Responding to customer complaints and concerns in a professional manner.
  • Ensuring store compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Maintain a clean and organised shop so it is presentable and inviting to our customers.
  • Restocking of the shop.

Core Competencies:

  • Proven experience in a retail environment.
  • Ability to quickly adapt in a changing environment and think ahead.
  • Passion for driving a positive culture.
  • Great organisational skills and time management.
  • Customer service oriented.

Job Competencies:

  • Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft 365 packages competently and effectively.
  • Knowledge of PDQ and cashing up procedures.
  • Driven to always demonstrate the right behaviours and professionalism with customers.
  • Customer service skills.
  • Ability to work alone or as part of a team.
  • Able to use your own initiative.
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: £11.44 per hour

Expected hours: 22 per week

Benefits:

  • Casual dress.
  • Company events.
  • Free on-site parking.
  • On-site gym.

Schedule:

  • Holidays.
  • Weekend availability.

Ability to Commute:

  • Folkestone (required).

Work Location: In person

Apply by sending your CV, covering letter and sample of work. wfdjobs@wood-finishes-direct.com