Sales Executive

Sales Executive – London & South
Position: Sales Executive – London & South
Line Manager: Reports to the Business Development Director
Salary: £30000
Hours: Full-Time
Main Place of Work: Corby, Northamptonshire (approx. 30% Field Based)

Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Sales Executive to join our client’s team. The role is primarily site-based in Corby, with approximately 30% of your time spent visiting client sites across London and the South. There is potential for a hybrid working arrangement in the future, but the successful candidate must be comfortable spending time on-site and traveling to client locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients.
• Business Development: Proactively identify and pursue new sales leads and opportunities, including:
  • Passenger transport infrastructure projects (rail, bus, airport, transport interchanges)
  • Development/construction projects (education, retail, commercial developments and regeneration projects)
  • Major development projects and new sectors/markets
• Sales Process Management: Conduct product presentations, manage client enquiries, request quotations, and close sales.
• Site Surveys: Carry out site surveys to support quotation and sales order processes.
• Administration & Reporting: Update client records, track quotations, and monitor sales progress using company systems.
• Target Achievement: Meet and exceed individual and team sales targets on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Sales Executive, ideally within the manufacturing or engineering sector.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to client sites.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for presenting, persuading, and negotiating.
• Ability to build rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• High level of resilience and self-motivation in a competitive environment.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Professional and customer-focused attitude.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Company car or car allowance
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme
• 31 days paid holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

How to Apply:
Please forward your CV and covering letter to donna.fricker@pertemps.co.uk