The Kingfisher Spotlight - Distribution Sales Representative and Training Co-ordinator

This edition of The Kingfisher Spotlight places a focus on the South-East Distribution Sales Representative and Training Co-ordinator, Nicola Barton.

 

What is your job title?

Distribution Sales Representative for the South-East, and Training Co-ordinator.

How long have you worked at Kingfisher Lighting?

3.5 years

Have you ever had a different role within Kingfisher Lighting?
I started as an account manager for the East Midlands. I then moved into my current role for the South-East team and became the Internal Sales Training Co-ordinator alongside this role in December 2022.

What does your job role entail?

I manage all South-East wholesaler accounts alongside my colleague, Kelly, ensuring they receive all their quotes and orders. I also plan all training for the Distribution Sales Team, ensuring all new starters are fully trained ready to take on their own accounts.

What’s your favourite thing about being a part of the Kingfisher Family?

My favourite thing about Kingfisher, is the opportunities that have come my way since starting here. I have completed multiple EDA exams, attended many customer events, been involved in audits and grown in my area/job role.

What’s your greatest professional achievement?

My greatest achievement so far is achieving my yearly budgeted target 3 years in a row.

What are the values that drive you?
I aim to always support my team and others in the business as and when I can.

Give us a fun fact about you?

I once met Miley Cyrus at Asda Derby! I am also currently expecting my first baby, a little girl, with my husband.

Favourite quote

“Is it dinner time yet?” Nic Barton

What's the most interesting thing you can see out of your office window?

A warehouse full of stock, ready to sell!