We have an opportunity available for a long-established and successful distributor that supplies construction and industrial products such as steel across the South East. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a driven and ambitious Sales Executive to join their Chelmsford-based team. This is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career within a well-established business that offers ongoing training, genuine development opportunities, and an attractive commission structure.
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Sales Executive Responsibilities
- Working as part of a busy sales team, you will be responsible for developing relationships with both new and existing customers, generating new business opportunities, and maximising sales within your territory.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with new and existing customers.
- Responding promptly to customer enquiries and preparing accurate quotations.
- Identifying and developing new business opportunities within construction and industrial markets.
- Managing and growing an existing customer portfolio while securing new accounts.
- Working closely with management to identify sales opportunities and market trends.
- Monitoring customer accounts and ensuring trading remains within agreed credit limits.
- Delivering exceptional customer service throughout the sales process.
- Working hours Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm.
Sales Executive Requirements
- To live within a reasonable distance of Chelmsford.
- Previous sales experience within the construction sector.
- Experience selling products such as steel, timber, building materials, roofing products, insulation, aggregates, civils products, or similar.
- Strong relationship-building and business development skills.
- A proactive and commercially focused approach.
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
- A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle, as the Chelmsford office is located outside the town centre and is not easily accessible by public transport.
Sales Executive Benefits
- Competitive salary, flexible depending on experience.
- Uncapped commission scheme.
- Annual discretionary profit-related bonus.
- Company pension with employer contributions of up to 6%.
- Ample free on-site car parking.
- 20 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Holiday increases to 25 days plus bank holidays after 4 years full service.
- Christmas shut down period, using around 3 days holiday days
- Ongoing training and career development. xiskglj
- Opportunity to join a stable, growing business with a strong reputation in its market.
Sales Executive in Basildon employer: First City Recruitment Ltd
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First City Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team
