John Cribb & Sons Ltd

John Cribb & Sons Ltd We are a UK based Electrical Wholesaler with branches in Dorset, Hampshire, Wiltshire, Somerset and the Isle of Wight.

We are a UK based Electrical Wholesaler with branches in Dorset, Hampshire, Wiltshire, Somerset and the Isle of Wight

John Cribb & Sons Ltd is an independent family owned and operated company which was established in 1981. Over the last 30+ years we have gained a reputation for a friendly and efficient service. We carry a wide range of equipment for use in domestic, commercial and industrial app

lications, including storage heaters and direct acting heaters, underfloor heating, lighting, ventilation, distribution, fire and security products. As an independent electrical wholesaler we can respond quickly to our customers requirements. The items on our website represent only a small selection of our stock holding. If you cannot find an item on our website, please contact us and we will provide you with a price and availability. We are also members of:-
• ANEW, the largest purchasing consortium of independent electrical wholesalers in the UK.
• IMELCO, the leading consortium of independent electrical wholesale companies in Europe, Australia and the USA. This allows us to be competitive on pricing and gives us access to all of the major branded products.

16/01/2026

Our Ferndown branch will be closed on Saturday 17th Jan 2026.

22/12/2025
17/04/2025

Part-Time Credit Controller Vacancy

John Cribb & Sons Ltd, an established independent business with 11 branches, are recruiting for a part-time Credit Controller, with core responsibilities for managing the due and overdue invoices owed by Customers.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a strong local business that has been operating for more than 40 years, trading across the South. This position is within our friendly Poole Head Office working within a team of 6. You will work alongside a Sales Ledger Clerk who is responsible for processing receipts and generating invoices.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience of working in a credit control role for ideally a minimum of 4 years
• Excellent and confident interpersonal and telephone skills to enable them to build strong relationships with our branch colleagues and customers
• A good level of numeracy and experience of systems
• A strong team ethic, willing to help the team across a broad range of activities that support our branches.

The role will be office based. The core office hours are between 8am and 5pm. For the right candidate, the business is able to accommodate set hours of the candidates choice, between 15 and 20 hours per week.

Responsibilities:

• Printing and emailing customer statements
• Review of unallocated receipts
• Weekly/Monthly Aged Debtor reviews
• Credit check account applications and opening and closing of accounts
• Dealing with customer invoice or payment queries
• Chasing debts by telephone/email and issuing late payment letters
• Monitoring and chasing of payment plans to ensure payments made as agreed
• Initiating legal action where required
• Weekly and monthly reporting
• Monitoring of credit worthiness of customers
• Amending customer credit limits when required
• Provide cover to the sales ledger clerk

Experience/Skills:

• Sales ledger and credit control experience preferred
• Good level of IT skills - including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Good maths skills

Candidates who can provide a cover letter setting out why they are applying and how they can be successful in the role will receive preference, particularly where recent experience isn't clear. The letter should also cover intentions for candidates currently living more than 30 minutes commute from the Head Office.
The role can be offered on a fixed term 12 month contract, or on a permanent basis for the right candidate.

Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From £26,000.00 per year

10/09/2022

John Cribb and sons would like to express our sincerest condolences on the passing of her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

Rest now our Queen 💔💔

22/07/2022

Are you looking to start a new career or to progress in your existing role in the electrical industry ?

John Cribb and Sons Portsmouth are looking for an enthusiastic person to join our team.

The position will involve varied duties including telesales, interaction with customers on the trade counter, stores work and occasional driving so offers the right person an exciting opportunity to grow their skillbase in an industry known for innovation and with a great future.

https://www.johncribb.co.uk/vacancies

Apply in the first instance to [email protected] and include your up-to-date cv

19/07/2022

WINCANTON BRANCH OPENING HOURS

Our Wincanton branch will be closed on Saturday 23rd July (open again as usual on Monday 25th July). We apologise for any inconvenience that this causes.

12" Desktop Fans - in stock and only £19.95 ex VAT
18/07/2022

12" Desktop Fans - in stock and only £19.95 ex VAT

ML Accessories Knightsbridge EXDF 12 inch Desktop Fan - Buy online or in store from John Cribb & Sons Ltd

16" Pedestal Fans in stock and only £22.95 ex VAT
18/07/2022

16" Pedestal Fans in stock and only £22.95 ex VAT

ML Accessories Knightsbridge EXPF 16 inch Pedestal Fan - Buy online or in store from John Cribb & Sons Ltd

Address

117-119 Dale Valley Road, Oakdale
Poole
BH153HZ

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5pm
Friday 7:30am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 12pm

Telephone

+441202733888

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