Looking to launch your graduate career in sales with structured training, real responsibility and clear progression? Join a growing waste management business where you’ll build commercial skills, develop client relationships and learn a specialist technical sector from day one.
The Company
Based in Prescot, this established waste management business supports customers across a range of specialist sectors. The team has a friendly, relaxed office culture, with many colleagues having joined straight from university. You’ll work alongside a welcoming, social team, with regular opportunities to meet colleagues from other locations and build your network across the wider business.
The Role
As a Graduate Technical Sales Executive, you’ll focus on generating new business while also developing relationships with existing customers. You’ll learn how to sell specialist waste management services, including hazardous, chemical and laboratory waste solutions, while receiving hands-on support throughout your first year. The first five weeks include a full induction covering sales, waste management and practical commercial skills, followed by ongoing in-house learning and further development opportunities. The original specification confirms responsibility for outbound prospecting, inbound enquiries, account development and achieving sales targets.
- Make outbound calls to prospective and existing customers across target sectors.
- Respond to inbound enquiries and provide tailored quotations for waste services.
- Build your own portfolio of customers and develop long-term business relationships.
- Research prospects and identify new opportunities across regional markets.
- Work with marketing, field sales and other internal teams on active leads.
- Maintain accurate CRM records and work towards monthly and annual sales targets.
Benefits and Perks
You’ll join a supportive team that invests heavily in early-career development and gives graduates the chance to build a long-term career.
As well as a starting salary of £28,371, you will also get the following benefits:
- Five-week induction covering sales skills and the waste management industry.
- Three pay rises based on performance
- Ongoing in-house sales training and continuous learning.
- Opportunity to complete a Level 4 Sales Executive qualification.
- Potential sales training opportunities in London.
- Clear progression into leadership, field sales, marketing or other business areas.
- Regular team socials including horse racing, darts, meals and Christmas events.
- Prescot office with strong transport links and a train station nearby.
Requirements
Must-Have
- A degree qualification in any subject.
- Confident verbal and written communication skills.
- An outgoing, proactive attitude and genuine desire to develop.
- Strong organisation, attention to detail and basic Microsoft Office skills.
Nice-to-Have
- Customer-facing, call centre, retail or previous sales experience.
- A driving licence, particularly for future site visits.
Apply now
If you’re ambitious, personable and ready to learn, this Graduate Technical Sales Executive role offers an excellent platform to build a rewarding commercial career in a specialist industry.
Contact Details:
Graduate Recruitment Bureau - GRB Recruitment Team
