Sales Executive

Black6; Newport; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace solutions provider in Newport is seeking a motivated Sales Executive to drive international growth. The candidate will identify and close new business opportunities, develop enduring client relationships, and contribute to revenue growth. Essential skills include strong negotiation and communication abilities, and experience in B2B sales is preferred. This role offers a dynamic and innovative work environment, along with opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Benefits

Full training and professional development

Innovative collaborative environment

Qualifications

• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Experience in international sales or business development.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Identify, pursue, and close new business opportunities across key global markets.
• Develop and maintain long‑term relationships with customers.
• Achieve and exceed revenue targets.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Persuasion

Cross-cultural communication

Microsoft Office applications

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Job description

At STG Aerospace, safety sparks innovation. Founded in 1995 with a bold mission to guide passengers to safety without power, we pioneered saf‑Tglo™, the world’s first photoluminescent emergency exit path system. Since then, we’ve led the way in non-powered and LED lighting solutions that combine safety, smart engineering, and modern design. Now part of Heads Up Technologies, we continue to deliver award-winning solutions trusted by the world’s leading airlines reshaping the cabin experience, one innovation at a time.

About the Role

We are looking for a Sales Executive to join our team in Cwmbran, South Wales, to share in our international growth and help build lasting client relationships that make a real impact. The role focuses on identifying and closing new business opportunities, developing strong relationships with customers, and contributing to the overall revenue growth of the company.

Critical success factors include a strong customer focus, achieving and exceeding sales targets, and fostering long-term relationships with clients globally.

Key responsibilities

• Identify, pursue, and close new business opportunities across key global markets
• Develop and maintain long‑term relationships with both domestic and international customers through exemplary customer service
• Collaborate with cross‑functional and international teams to deliver the very best for our customers
• Achieve and exceed revenue targets
• Act as a customer advocate, ensuring their needs are met and expectations exceeded
• Identify opportunities to improve sales processes and efficiency
• Contribute to marketing and business development initiatives as required

Qualifications/Experience

• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets
• Experience in or a genuine enthusiasm for international sales or business development
• Strong negotiation, persuasion, and cross‑cultural communication skills
• Skilled with Microsoft Office applications to intermediate standard
• High attention to detail with the ability to accurately manage client information and sales data
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Self‑motivated with a proactive, “can‑do” attitude
• Flexibility in dealing with changing priorities and dynamic business environments
• Previous experience in B2B sales or relevant industry experience preferred

What We Offer

• A fast, exciting, demanding, and rewarding role
• Full training, professional development, and career growth
• An innovative, collaborative environment where your work makes a real impact

Underpinning Core Values

• Integrity: Take care of our employees & customers
• Teamwork: Work together towards a common goal
• Excellence: Drive to be the best in all that we do
• Expertise: Leverage our breadth of technical capability

What will help you succeed?

• Be driven by excellence and attention to detail
• Be energetic, creative, and persistent
• Self‑motivated and a self‑starter
• Flexible and able to work as part of a team