Inbound Sales Executive

Adecco; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Inbound Sales Executive to manage sales inquiries and develop client relationships. This role offers a competitive salary of £28,000 - £34,000 plus uncapped commission. Successful candidates will exhibit strong communication and analytical skills, with a proactive, results-driven approach. Applicants can expect a supportive work environment and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Free on-site parking

Agile working options

Ongoing training and professional development

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in consultative, full-solution sales – B2B sector.
• Proven track record of driving revenue and margin.
• Strong ability to build relationships with clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage vendor portfolio and run sales campaigns.
• Handle inbound sales inquiries and convert them into orders.
• Monitor competitors and market trends.

Skills

Consultative sales experience

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical thinking

Proactive attitude

Job description

Inbound Sales Executive

Location: Chelmsford

Salary: £28,000 - £34,000 (DOE) + Uncapped Commission

What You'll Be Doing:

• Managing a diverse vendor portfolio and running targeted sales campaigns to drive revenue and margin.
• Handling inbound sales enquiries, converting them into orders with a seamless customer journey.
• Building strong relationships with existing accounts, maximizing repeat business, and identifying upsell opportunities.
• Collaborating with internal teams to ensure a smooth end-to-end service delivery.
• Monitoring competitors and keeping up with market trends to stay one step ahead.
• Maintaining accurate CRM records and ensuring all data is kept up to date.

What You'll Bring:

• Experience in consultative, full-solution sales – B2B sector.
• Commercial mindset and a proactive, results-driven attitude.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the confidence to speak with decision‑makers.
• A passion for understanding clients' needs and solving their challenges.
• Strong analytical thinking with a keen eye for spotting business opportunities.
• Self‑starter with a 'can do' mentality and a passion for hitting targets.

What's in It for You:

• Competitive base salary + uncapped commission structure.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Agile working options (after probation).
• A lively and social team culture with regular company events.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Employee Assistance Programme.

You’ll be given the autonomy to manage your accounts in a way that suits your style – with the backing of a company that values initiative, innovation, and individual flair. This is your chance to truly take ownership of your sales journey.

Ready to take the next step in your sales career? Apply today and become a key player in a business that's going places.

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