Area Sales Executive

Veolia Group; Northampton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days of annual leave

Pension scheme

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Wellbeing resources

Volunteer day

Job summary

Veolia Group in Northampton is seeking an Area Sales Executive to drive new business growth, manage relationships and deliver exceptional service while earning commission. You will own your day, build our client base and contribute to Veolia’s mission of ecological transformation.

The role requires proven experience in field sales, strong networking and negotiation skills, and the ability to present effectively.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in new business field sales.
• Experience generating and managing a sales pipeline.
• Strong networking and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Win new business by canvassing via cold calling and in-person activity.
• Use in-house system to generate quotes and log appointments.
• Attend appointments to sell Veolia Services and deliver a positive customer experience.
• Follow up to ensure customer satisfaction and upsell additional services.

Skills

New business sales

Networking

Negotiation

Presentation

Communication

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?Area Sales ExecutiveSalary: £34,000 per annum plus sales commission, company car/cash allowance and excellent company benefits.Grade: 5.1.Location: NorthamptonWhen you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It’s why we’re looking for someone who’s just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.What we can offer you;25 days of annual leaveAccess to our company pension schemeDiscounts on everything from groceries to well-known retailersAccess to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need toOne paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your communityOngoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potentialWhat will you be doing?Want to manage your own day, create relationships and solve problems? Earn a commission and be rewarded for illustrating your great attitude to hard work?Then this is the role for you:Winning new business by engaging in various forms of canvassing such as cold calling and in person activityUsing in house system to generate quotes and log appointmentsAttending appointments to sell Veolia Services and deliver a positive customer experience and continually exceeding expectationsEngaging in follow up to ensure continued customer satisfaction for first 90 days and upselling any additional servicesWhat we're looking for;A proven track record in New Business field sales and/or commercial activities, together with a proven track record of building a New Business pipeline of potential opportunities to further generate and exceed a given sales targetKnowledge of the sales cycle with exceptional networking and negotiation skillsStrong presentation and communication skillsWhat’s next?Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.