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Advert: John Packer Musical Instruments

Ideal career opportunity at John Packer — so get your CV at the ready!

John Packer
 

John Packer Ltd is one of the largest suppliers of Woodwind and Brass instruments in the UK.

Sales potential

As part of our expansion in both our retail and education departments, we are seeking a capable professional who can maximise our sales potential to existing and potential customers primarily in the North of England.

We anticipate the ideal candidate to be intelligent, articulate, diligent and based in the North of England.

High level

They will have a high level of competence as a musician – ideally with a good knowledge of brass or woodwind instruments. Some experience either in music retail/wholesale or music education would be an advantage, but full training will be given.

The job will be home based, but involve travel around the North of England to a large and influential existing customer database and there is also high potential for further development. Occasional evening and weekend work will be required.

This is a busy and demanding full time, employed position and carries an attractive remuneration package including company car etcJohn Packer

Busy and demanding

This is a busy and demanding full time, employed position and carries an attractive remuneration package including company car etc.

Closing date 31st August, 2012.

Applications

Send CV and application by email in the first instance to:

Annie Gardner – Director
annie@johnpacker.co.uk

John Packer Ltd
141 Staplegrove Rd
Taunton
Somerset
TA2 6AF

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