Manufacturing B2B Sales Executive - Key Accounts & Growth

RETAIND Ltd; Bedford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

RETAIND Ltd in Bedfordshire is seeking an experienced Sales Executive to drive B2B sales within the manufacturing sector. The role focuses on growing existing accounts and winning new business through proactive outbound activity, client visits, and strategic opportunity identification.

You will manage key accounts, chase profit targets, handle enquiries, and stay knowledgeable about products and competitors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of B2B sales in manufacturing/engineering.
• Ability to learn technical product details quickly.
• Proven track record in key account management.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Driving licence preferable.

Responsibilities

• Proactively participate in outbound sales activities including cold calls and visits.
• Identify opportunities to generate new business and implement strategies.
• Manage a portfolio of key customer accounts with regular contact.
• Meet set gross profit targets for managed accounts and new business.
• Handle inbound enquiries and third-party stock sourcing where necessary.
• Provide regular feedback on sales performance and market trends.
• Office-based but may visit customers or prospects as required.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of product range and competition.
• Develop understanding of customer requirements on business and technical levels.

Skills

B2B sales

Account management

Communication

Strategic thinking

Job description

RETAIND Ltd in Bedfordshire is seeking an experienced Sales Executive to drive B2B sales within the manufacturing sector. The role focuses on growing existing accounts and winning new business through proactive outbound activity, client visits, and strategic opportunity identification.

You will manage key accounts, chase profit targets, handle enquiries, and stay knowledgeable about products and competitors.