Sales Executive

We Build Recruitment Limited.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Internal Sales Executive to enhance customer relationships and drive sales within the construction sector. The role involves handling sales inquiries, managing customer accounts, and collaborating with logistics for effective service delivery. Ideal candidates will have prior sales experience, excellent communication skills, and a motivation for achieving targets. This full-time position is based in Greater Manchester.

Qualifications

• Previous sales or customer service experience in Building Supplies and Landscaping products.
• Knowledge of MS Office and CRM databases.
• Highly motivated and target driven.

Responsibilities

• Handle inbound sales inquiries and make outbound calls.
• Build strong relationships with existing customers.
• Prepare quotes and process orders.
• Advise and upsell plant hire equipment.
• Coordinate with operations for timely delivery.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Customer relationship management

Sales negotiation

Time management

Target-driven

Tools

CRM databases

MS Office

Job description

Overview

We Build Recruitment is looking to hire an Internal Sales Executive on behalf of our client, a leading Plant Hire and Building Materials supplier based in Greater Manchester. You will be the first point of contact for customers, providing outstanding service and driving sales. You will manage customer relationships, identify new opportunities, and ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

Responsibilities

• Handle inbound sales inquiries and proactively make outbound calls to secure new business.
• Build strong relationships with existing customers, ensuring their needs are met and identifying opportunities for repeat business.
• Prepare and follow up on quotes, process orders, and ensure accurate records in the CRM system.
• Develop a strong understanding of plant hire equipment and services to effectively advise and upsell to customers.
• Work closely with the operations and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery and excellent customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Previous sales or customer service experience within the Building Supplies and Landscaping products sectors is essential.
• Knowledge of MS Office and Outlook and CRM databases.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly motivated and target driven.
• Excellent selling and negotiation skills.
• Excellent time management, prioritising and structured/organisational skill.

Employment details

• Employment type: Full-time
• Seniority level: Associate
• Industry: Construction