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We are seeking a competitive self-starter, who thrives in a fast-paced environment, to join our client’s rapidly expanding Sales team.
If you are comfortable generating leads, qualifying prospects, and closing sales, this could be the perfect role for you.
- Based in Birmingham (covering the West Midlands)
- £45,000 - £60,000 salary (DOE) + commission
Benefits:
- Generous commission scheme
- Pension
- Company vehicle, laptop and mobile phone provided
- Employee Assistance Program
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Refer a Friend
- Gym Membership
- Company Events
- Onsite parking
- Continuous opportunities to learn
Job Description:
- Build strong relationships with contractors, architects, and industry partners to generate new commercial sales and business opportunities.
- Use company resources to research potential leads and engage in cold calling to create permanent sales.
- Maintain and grow relationships with current customers to ensure satisfaction and continued business.
- Track sales progress and update CRM with relevant information on leads, prospects, and opportunities.
- Demonstrate and communicate detailed product knowledge to effectively influence sales decisions.
- Work closely with the Sales team, customer operations, and logistics to ensure smooth transactions and customer satisfaction.
- Meet or exceed established sales goals, KPIs, and performance targets.
Person Specification:
- At least 1-3 years of technical sales experience, preferably in construction or building materials.
- Confident and resilient individual who thrives in a competitive and fast-paced environment.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills are essential for engaging with clients and stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise work, and stay on top of sales opportunities.
- Self-motivated and determined to meet or exceed sales goals, with experience in territory sales strategy execution.
- Strong skills in presentation, negotiation, and closing sales.
- Ability to develop and implement effective sales strategies.
- Experience with CRM systems and sales pipeline management.
- Comfortable working independently, as well as part of a team.
Refer a friend and earn £100! If you have a friend who is also searching for a new opportunity in the local area, recommend Optima and if we place them (providing they complete their 3-month probation period), you will receive a £100 retail voucher of your choice!
Please note that if you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted.
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Optima Recruitment Limited are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy and are an equal opportunities employer.
