Telesales Executive

Brenntag Group; Essex; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distribution company in Essex is seeking a Telesales Executive to manage new and existing customer portfolios. The role involves driving sales growth and improving margins, while maintaining strong relationships with clients. The ideal candidate will have commercial experience in a B2B trading environment and excellent communication skills. Employee benefits include a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and opportunities for career progression within this global organisation.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based bonus

Comprehensive training and development opportunities

Pension scheme and life assurance

Access to employee assistance programmes

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a portfolio of customers to drive growth.
• Ability to maintain strong customer relationships effectively.
• Skills in order capture and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage a defined portfolio of new and existing customers.
• Drive improvement in gross margin through volume gains.
• Collaborate with sales teams to identify new business opportunities.
• Provide internal sales support for Territory Salespeople.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Highly organised, motivated, and energetic

Commercial experience within a B2B trading environment

Proven track record of achieving commercial targets

Strong numerical and commercial acumen

Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Effective time management skills

Job description

**Privacy Preference Center:**Telesales Executive page is loaded## Telesales Executiveremote type: Onsitelocations: Essex,United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR107323Kluman & Balter, acquired by Brenntag in 2017, is one of the UK’s largest bakery ingredients suppliers and wholesalers. A1 Cake Mixes, part of the Kluman & Balter Group, specialises in sweet bakery mixes for B2B customers across retail, food manufacturing, and craft bakery channelsBrenntag UK & Ireland is part of the global Brenntag Group, the world’s leading distributor of chemicals and ingredients. Headquartered in Leeds, we operate across 21 strategic sites in the UK and Ireland, including three sea-fed facilities, and serve over 20,000 customer accounts with the support of a dedicated fleet of 100+ vehicles. As a market leader, we offer a comprehensive portfolio of industrial and specialty chemicals, along with value-added services such as blending, filling, technical support, and regulatory expertise. Our work spans a wide range of industries including life sciences, environmental, and material sciences. Globally, Brenntag connects over 170,000 customers and suppliers through a network of more than 600 sites in 70 countries.**Key Responsibilities:*** Manage a defined portfolio of new and existing customers to deliver margin and volume growth.* Drive improvement in gross margin through volume gains, product and trade mix.* Develop and maintain strong customer relationships to ensure Brenntag is the supplier of choice.* Ensure accurate order capture and entry into ERP systems to meet daily service commitments.* Collaborate with internal and external sales teams to identify new business opportunities.* Manage customer pricing and ensure minimum delivery targets are met.* Provide internal sales support for external Territory Salespeople, including pricing administration and resolving service or quality issues.* Communicate effectively across departments including Commercial, Technical, Credit, Procurement, Marketing, and Operations.* Resolve issues promptly, including credit risks, quality concerns, and lost business.* Maintain compliance with company policies and promote a positive Health & Safety culture.**Candidate Requirements:*** Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.* Highly organised, motivated, and energetic.* Commercial experience within a B2B trading environment.* Proven track record of achieving commercial targets.* Ability to develop and manage customer relationships effectively.* Strong numerical and commercial acumen.* Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.* Effective time management skills.**Employee Benefits:*** Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.* Comprehensive training and development opportunities.* Pension scheme and life assurance.* Access to employee assistance programmes.* Opportunities for career progression within a global organisation.Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees of all backgrounds and identities to create a workplace where difference is valued because it forms a resilient and more innovative organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds.Apply today and join Brenntag UK & Ireland as a Telesales Representative to help us deliver exceptional service and drive growth across our customer base.## Brenntag TA TeamBrenntag is the leading global distributor of chemicals and ingredients, committed to connecting customers and suppliers within networks. We add value for our customers and partners every step of the way: through our product knowledge, innovation, and sustainable solutions, combined with our passion for service excellence and commitment to safety.Headquartered in Essen, Germany, and with more than 17,500 experts at about 600 locations in 72 countries, our two global divisions, Brenntag Essentials and Brenntag Specialties, offer a full range of industrial and specialty chemicals and ingredients. Therefore, our clients and partners can count on us for global reach combined with local agility and execution.As an employer, we embrace diversity and foster a sense of community and collaboration in an environment where employees are encouraged to share ideas and work together. We engage our employees in the company’s mission for collective success, by building long-term stability and safety through trust and clarity across the organization. We believe in empowering our employees to reach their full potential and shape the future.For more information, please visit