Commercial Sales Executive

Bagnalls; Ellesmere Port; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Commercial Sales Executive to enhance their customer base. This exciting role involves building strong relationships with clients, utilizing your sales expertise to identify new opportunities, and managing customer databases. With a focus on employee development, this position offers full training and the chance to work in a supportive environment that values team cohesion. Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working while contributing to a company recognized for its commitment to staff progression and uncapped commission potential.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to learn in-house database and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Identify new customers through research, including social media.
• Build relationships with customers to secure repeat business.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Relationship Building

Written English Skills

Microsoft Office

Quick Learning

Tools

In-house Database

Job description

Job Advert

Commercial Sales Executive

Are you a confident communicator, comfortable using your sales experience to attract new business?

The Role:

Established 150 years ago, Bagnalls is the leading painting and decorating contractor in the UK. Roles of this nature are rarely advertised due to our focus on staff retention, employee progression, and our uncapped commission based on orders.

Salary:

We offer a competitive basic salary up to £35,000 DOE + commission.

Hours:

This is a full-time role; however, for the right candidate, we may offer part-time hours, which must be at least 30 hours per week.

Location:

The role is based in our Ellesmere Port branch.

Hybrid Working:

At Bagnalls, we value team cohesion and believe in working in the office to maintain strong relationships. However, we understand life’s challenges and, once training is complete, can offer hybrid working or flexible hours to accommodate school runs, childcare, or other commitments.

Responsibilities:

1. Identify new target customers through research methods, including social media.
2. Build relationships with new and previous customers to secure repeat business.
3. Understand our customers to articulate what Bagnalls can offer them.
4. Complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs).
5. Manage the customer database.

Candidate Requirements:

Essential Criteria:

• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Confidence to build relationships with senior decision-makers.
• Friendly telephone manner.
• Good written English skills.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills and ability to learn our in-house database.
• Quick learner about all aspects of the business.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience in the construction industry.

Your Development:

You will receive full training and support to develop key customer relationships. There are opportunities to work with a wide range of organizations in both the public and private sectors. We value people development and support our employees in meeting personal and career goals, including training and increased responsibilities.

About Bagnalls:

We are proud to be the UK's leading painting and decorating contractor, established 150 years ago. The role is based at our Ellesmere Port office. We have been recognized as the Yorkshire Post Apprentice Employer of the Year and the Family Business United Supreme Champion, Family Business of the Year.

Applications:

Please apply with your CV and a cover letter explaining how you meet the person specification.

Additional Details:

• Department: Sales
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Hours: 40
• Salary: Competitive, up to £35,000 DOE + uncapped commissions
• Benefits: Competitive