Account Sales Executive

Michael Page; Chorley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment firm is seeking a telesales executive to drive business growth through outbound calls and lead generation. The ideal candidate should have experience in B2B sales, strong communication skills, and a results-driven mindset. The role offers a basic salary of £27,000 with uncapped commission potential. Additionally, the firm supports a healthy work-life balance with flexible working patterns.

Benefits

Uncapped commission OTE £35k+

27 day holiday allowance

Flexible working patterns

Pension scheme

Employee advisory & welfare portal

Benefits cashback entitlement

Entitled sick pay & leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience in B2B sales, with a strong ability to generate and convert leads.
• Exceptional negotiation and presentation skills.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage potential clients to generate high-quality business leads.
• Conduct high-quality B2B conversations to identify business needs.
• Maintain a low appointment cancellation rate.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Results-driven mindset

Confidence in engaging decision-makers

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Client Details

We are currently recruiting telesales executives within a large sales function for a nationally renowned haulage & logistics firm who are based out of Bolton. The role will play within a pivot supplied pre-generated business to numerous field sales personnel, in order to maximise business profitability & engagement.

Description

Your role is to be at the forefront of our sales process, actively engaging with potential clients to generate high-quality business leads. Your primary responsibility will be to initiate outbound calls, introduce our products and services, and identify potential opportunities for collaboration. Your ability to effectively communicate the value we offer, nurture relationships, and spark interest will be instrumental in driving business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Prospecting potential business owners & sales candidates through internal call-back & quota systems.
• Conduct high-quality B2B conversations to identify business needs and demonstrate the value of our services.
• Meet and exceed daily targets related to call time and appointments booked.
• Maintain a low appointment cancellation rate by ensuring strong engagement and commitment.
• Proactively generate new leads, secure appointments, and gain referrals through consistent new business outreach.
• Achieve and surpass monthly and quarterly sales targets.
• Effectively build, manage, and maintain a robust sales pipeline.
• Keep Salesforce updated with accurate and detailed client and lead information.
• Work strategically with campaign data, focusing on targeted industry sectors and specific lead sources.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment that rewards high performance and dedication.

Profile

• Successful candidates will possess: Proven experience in B2B sales, with a strong ability to generate and convert leads.
• Exceptional negotiation and presentation skills, with the confidence to engage decision-makers.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a dynamic team environment.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to build strong client relationships.
• Results-driven mindset, consistently achieving or exceeding sales targets.
• Experience in outbound lead generation or telesales, using a professional and consultative approach.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, target-driven environment, maintaining focus under pressure.
• Highly ambitious and self-motivated, driven by personal success and career growth.
• Resilient and confident, able to engage and influence clients with enthusiasm and energy.
• Capable of communicating with professionals at all levels, adapting style to suit different audiences.
• Tenacious, motivated, and eager to maximise earning potential and career progression opportunities.
• Proactive and self-starting, with a strong willingness to learn and develop through coaching and training programs.

Job Offer

• Basic starting salary of £27000 + Uncapped commission OTE £35k+ upwards year 1
• 27 day holiday allowance + BH
• Flexible working patterns
• Pension scheme
• Working life balance
• Employee advisory & welfare portal
• Benefits cashback entitlement
• Entitled sick pay & leave