External Sales-Electrical Wholesale

Pertemps Wolverhampton; Wednesbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established electrical wholesale company is seeking an experienced External Sales Representative in Wednesbury, UK. The ideal candidate will manage existing accounts and identify new business opportunities. A competitive salary ranging from £35,000 to £45,000, performance-related bonuses, and a company car or car allowance are offered. Strong sales experience, relationship-building skills, and a full UK driving licence are required. Join a dynamic team committed to growth and career progression.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Performance-related bonus

Pension scheme

Ongoing training

Genuine career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in external sales, ideally within electrical wholesale.
• Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills required.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of existing accounts.
• Identify and win new business opportunities.
• Conduct customer visits and site meetings.
• Negotiate pricing and close sales.
• Achieve agreed sales targets and KPIs.

Skills

External sales experience

Relationship-building

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

Location : Wednesbury, West Midlands

Job Type : Full-time, Permanent

Salary : £35,000 – £45,000 basic (DOE) + bonus / commission + company car / car allowance

About Us

We are a well-established electrical wholesale business supplying a comprehensive range of electrical products to contractors, businesses, and trade customers across the West Midlands. We pride ourselves on strong customer relationships, reliable service, and continued growth.

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and driven External Sales Representative to manage and develop a defined customer base while identifying and converting new business opportunities within the local area.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of existing accounts
• Proactively identify and win new business
• Conduct regular customer visits and site meetings
• Provide product advice and tailored electrical solutions
• Prepare quotations, negotiate pricing, and close sales
• Achieve agreed sales targets and KPIs
• Monitor competitor activity and market trends
• Work closely with internal sales and branch teams

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in external sales, ideally within electrical wholesale
• Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills
• Commercially focused and target driven
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Full UK driving licence

What’s on Offer

• 35,000 – £45,000 basic salary (depending on experience)
• Performance-related bonus / commission
• Company car or car allowance
• Pension scheme and additional benefits
• Ongoing training and genuine career progression

To be considered for this role, please apply now