External Sales Manager – Electrical Wholesaler

Recruitment Services Ltd; Colchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Electrical Wholesaler in the UK is seeking an External Sales Manager for their Colchester branch. The role involves driving sales, developing business accounts, and building customer relationships. Ideal candidates will have electrical wholesale experience and a proactive sales approach. This is a permanent position offering a competitive salary and bonus structure.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical wholesale is mandatory.
• Ability to approach target companies directly.

Responsibilities

• Grow and increase sales in the geographical area.
• Identify and develop new and existing business accounts.
• Build strong customer relationships.

Skills

Electrical Wholesale experience

Cold calling

Proactive sales approach

Building relationships

Planning and organizing

Communication skills

Job description

Job Title: External Sales Manager

Location: Colchester

Salary: £35,000 to £45,000 + Bonus

Hours: Monday – Friday

Type: Permanent, Office/Field based

Start Date: Immediately (flexible for notice periods)

Company Overview

My client is a leading Electrical Wholesaler in the UK, recruiting for an External Sales Manager at their Colchester branch.

Role Responsibilities

• Growing and increasing sales in the branch’s geographical area.
• Identifying and developing new and existing business accounts.
• Building strong customer relationships to maximise account potential.
• Approaching new clients confidently, handling rejection professionally.
• Collaborating with the team to achieve business excellence.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Electrical Wholesale experience (mandatory)
• Cold calling and proactive sales approach
• Ability to identify target companies and approach them directly
• Confidently demonstrating products face-to-face
• Building and maintaining professional relationships
• Planning, organising, and working to deadlines
• Smart appearance and professional image
• Valid UK driving license

Desirable Skills

• Punctuality, reliability, and effective time management
• Career-driven, hardworking, and ambitious
• Strong telephone skills
• Excellent listening and communication skills
• Experience in the wholesale industry (advantageous but not essential)

If interested, please contact Aaron Cooper at 0116 485 0045.

About Regional Recruitment Services – A recruitment agency based in Leicester, operating since 2008, offering roles across the UK in various sectors. Visit regionalrecruitment.co.uk for more opportunities.