SBL Services
5 Glenmore Business Park, Swindon SN5 7FP
Mon-Fri: 08:00-17:00
01793 615171
SBL Services
Swindon, SN5 7FP

JOIN THE TEAM

WE GET WHAT
ENGINEERS
NEED

Are you someone with an interest in engineering, who maintains high standards & goes the extra mile to ensure the that the customer receives the best possible experience?

If so then we would love to hear from you!

OUR MISSION:

Sourcing Industrial Supplies cab be Frustrating & Time Consuming, but we believe accessing exactly what you need should be quick and easy.


By Understanding Customers’ Challenges, By Applying Industry Expertise, By Striving for Improvement – We Ensure Engineers are Equipped to Tackle Any Problem.

YOU CAN EXPECT:

A Caring, Family Business Culture
Development & Learning
A Supportive Team
Opportunity for Flexible Working
Opportunity for Remote Working

OUR STORIES:

Office Manager
Account Manager
Marketing

Jo

Hi, I’m Jo, Office Manager at SBL Services. I’ve been part of the team for three years now, and one of the little perks I love is getting my birthday off work — it’s those small touches that make SBL feel like more than just a workplace. What drew me to SBL initially was the flexibility. As a busy mum, working school hours and term time allows me to give my best while I’m at work, and fully focus on my family when I’m not. That balance makes a huge difference and really shows the company values us as people, not just staff. I genuinely enjoy working with my colleagues. Being a family-run business, we have an open, collaborative way of working, where everyone’s ideas are welcomed. I also get to organise our nights out and team events, which is a lot of fun! SBL offers a great work-life balance while maintaining a culture where everyone strives to do their best — for each other and for our customers. It’s rewarding to be part of a team where support, growth, and enjoyment go hand-in-hand.

Callum

I’m Callum – I’m an Account Manager at SBL. I spend a lot of my time talking to our customers and visiting their businesses in order to better understand their operations, and better service their needs. This personal approach is something which I think sets SBL apart from our competitors and I really enjoy the challenge of problem solving and helping our customers overcome their challenges. That might mean identifying a part number for them, arranging a repair, sourcing a product, helping them out in an emergency or many, many other things! No day is quite the same. I hadn’t worked in the engineering industry before I started working here, but it’s a field I was always interested in so I’m grateful that SBL gave me the chance to learn and develop a lot of knowledge and skills over the past few years which I’m now able to use on a daily basis.

Jon

I’m Jon – I am responsible for our Marketing, Websites & Data. When I first joined SBL I found our industry quite confusing, as we serve such a wide range of customers with such a wide range of products. But what we do here is really very simple – ensure that local industry have quick & easy access to all the supplies they need to keep their operations running smoothly. The ways we do that are numerous, and the challenge of finding new and better ways of achieving that goal is a really interesting and exciting one. One of the benefits of working here for a growing company is that new ideas on how we can improve are always welcome – so if you’re somebody with a lot of initiative who likes finding solutions to problems, then working here will suit you!

CURRENT VACANCIES:

We’re hiring!

If you would like to know about any suitable roles which come up, please submit your CV and covering letter in the form below, or email our Office Manager, Jo: joanne@sblservices.co.uk

Technical Buyer

Location: Swindon
Hours: Full Time, Monday to Friday (40 hours per week) but we can be flexible for the right person!

Join Our Growing Team

Due to recent business expansion and growth, we are looking for a proactive and commercially minded Technical Buyer to join our busy, family-run business.

This is a key role within our organisation, responsible for sourcing products, negotiating supplier agreements, managing purchasing activities and ensuring our customers receive the right products at the right time and at the right price.

Success in this role requires more than purchasing experience. We are specifically looking for someone with industry knowledge who understands engineering, industrial and technical products and can confidently source solutions to meet customer requirements.

With our support and your ambition, you’ll have every opportunity to grow your skills, gain qualifications and build a rewarding career within a supportive, friendly team.

About Us

Established in 2007, SBL Services is a family-run business entering an exciting new phase of growth and expansion.

Our purpose is simple: to help people. We do this through our technical expertise, reliable service and genuine commitment to our customers—values that sit at the heart of everything we do.

We supply specialist products and services to customers across a range of engineering, manufacturing and industrial sectors, building long-term relationships through exceptional service and technical knowledge.

Learn more about us at www.sblservices.co.uk.

The Role

Working closely with our sales and operations teams, you will take ownership of purchasing activities across the business, ensuring products are sourced efficiently, competitively and in line with customer requirements.

You will build strong supplier relationships, negotiate favourable terms and continually seek opportunities to improve service levels, costs and supplier performance.

This role combines technical product knowledge, commercial awareness and strong relationship management skills.

Key Responsibilities

  • Source products, materials and technical solutions to meet customer requirements.
  • Understand purchasing requirements for key customer accounts.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and manufacturers.
  • Negotiate pricing, delivery charges, lead times and commercial agreements.
  • Evaluate supplier performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Provide updates to sales teams regarding order progress and supplier commitments.
  • Monitor market trends, product developments and competitor activity.
  • Research and introduce new suppliers, products and opportunities.
  • Understand compliance, safety and logistical requirements for purchased products.
  • Produce meaningful purchasing reports and recommendations.
  • Support stock management and purchasing strategies where required.
  • Implement and improve purchasing processes and controls.
  • Stock purchasing and inventory management experience.
  • Work collaboratively across sales, warehouse and management teams.

About You

We are specifically looking for someone with experience within the engineering, industrial or manufacturing supply sector.

Industry knowledge is essential for success in this role.

You will understand technical products, supplier networks and the challenges involved in sourcing specialist items for industrial customers.

Essential Requirements

  • Previous experience in a Buyer, Technical Buyer or Purchasing role.
  • Industry experience within engineering supplies, industrial distribution, manufacturing or a related technical sector.
  • Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
  • Commercial awareness and cost-control experience.
  • Ability to interpret technical requirements and source appropriate products.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Strong organisational and analytical abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Good IT skills including Microsoft Office and purchasing systems.

 

What’s in it for You?

  • Competitive salary.
  • Monthly discretionary bonus scheme.
  • 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • Additional annual leave through our loyalty programme.
  • Training, development and professional qualifications supported by the business.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Supportive, fun and friendly team culture.
  • Regular team social events and seasonal gifts.
  • Monthly recognition awards.
  • Fleet vehicles available for business use when required.
  • Uniform and PPE provided.

Why Join SBL Services?

We’re proud of our people and the culture we’ve built. As a family-run business, we believe in supporting our team, recognising achievement and creating opportunities for personal and professional growth.

If you have industry knowledge, strong commercial instincts and enjoy building supplier relationships whilst making a genuine impact on business performance, we’d love to hear from you.

TECHNICAL SALES ADVISOR

Location: Swindon
Hours: Full Time, Monday to Friday (40 hours per week)

Join Our Growing Team

Due to recent business expansion and growth, we are looking for a proactive, energetic Technical Sales professional to join our busy, family-run business.

You’ll be at the heart of our operations—handling quotations, processing orders, sourcing products, providing technical support, and looking after key customer accounts. If you enjoy problem-solving, thinking on your feet, building relationships and delivering excellent customer service, this could be the perfect role for you.

With our support and your ambition, you’ll have every opportunity to grow your skills, gain qualifications, and build a rewarding career within a supportive, friendly team.

 

About Us

We supply components, consumables and tooling along with supportive services to customers in the engineering, manufacturing and industrial sectors. Building long-term relationships through exceptional service and technical knowledge.

Our purpose is to make it easy for engineers to access everything they need to keep their businesses operational. Providing everything they need to reduce downtime, increase operational efficiency and save time on procurement.

Established in 2007, SBL Services is a family-run business entering an exciting new phase of growth and expansion.

 

Learn more about us at www.sblservices.co.uk

 

The Role

This is a predominantly office-based role focused on managing customer relationships, preparing quotations, processing orders and providing technical support.

You’ll work closely with existing customers, helping them find the right solutions, responding to enquiries and ensuring a smooth customer journey from quotation through to delivery.

You will also play a key role in re-engaging dormant accounts and identifying opportunities to grow business within existing customer relationships.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and develop a portfolio of existing customer accounts.
  • Prepare competitive quotations and follow up opportunities.
  • Process customer orders accurately and efficiently.
  • Respond to customer enquiries via telephone, email and trade counter.
  • Re-engage dormant customers and identify opportunities for growth.
  • Source products and liaise with suppliers regarding pricing, availability and lead times.
  • Negotiate costs and support profitable sales growth.
  • Provide technical advice and product support to customers.
  • Build strong working relationships with customers, suppliers and colleagues.
  • Maintain accurate customer and order records using company systems.

 

About You

We are specifically looking for someone with previous experience within the engineering, industrial or manufacturing supply sector.

You will understand the importance of delivering excellent customer service whilst using your technical knowledge to help customers find the right solution.

 

Essential Requirements

  • Previous experience in a technical sales, internal sales, customer account management or engineering support role.
  • Industry experience within engineering supplies, industrial distribution, manufacturing or a related sector.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
  • A confident and professional telephone manner.
  • Good commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • Comfortable working with Microsoft Office and business systems.
  • A proactive, positive and team-focused approach.
  • Experience working within sales and or trade counter or industrial supply environment.

 

What’s in it for You?

  • Competitive salary.
  • Monthly bonus scheme.
  • 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • Additional annual leave through our loyalty programme.
  • Training, development and professional qualifications supported by the business.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Supportive, fun and friendly team culture.
  • Regular team social events and seasonal gifts.
  • Monthly recognition awards.
  • Fleet vehicles available for business use when required.
  • Uniform and PPE provided.

Why Join SBL Services?

We’re proud of our people and the culture we’ve built. As a family-run business, we believe in supporting our team, recognising achievement and creating opportunities for personal and professional growth.

If you’re looking for a role where your technical knowledge is valued, your contribution makes a difference, and you can build a long-term career, we’d love to hear from you.