Sales and Business Development Executive

Options Resourcing Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing company in the construction and engineering sector is seeking a Sales & Business Development Executive to join their team in Stratford-upon-Avon. This role combines proactive sales with operational support, emphasizing lead generation, customer engagement, and closing deals. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication and relationship-building skills, with a background in B2B sales. A competitive salary and commission structure is offered, alongside a full-time employment contract.

Benefits

Competitive salary + commission

Office-based environment

Standard working hours

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales, business development, or account management (B2B essential).
• Experience in the construction or plant hire sector highly desirable.
• Self-motivated, organized, and results-driven.

Responsibilities

• Generate and convert new leads in target sectors.
• Prepare and send quotes, proposals, and agreements.
• Maintain CRM with activity, feedback, and pipeline forecasts.

Skills

Relationship-building skills

Communication skills

Outbound sales confidence

Flexibility

Tools

LinkedIn

Mailchimp

Excel

Sage CRM

Job description

Calling all Business Development Executives.

Do you thrive on building relationships and closing deals in a B2B environment? Are you looking for a role where your initiative, communication skills, and results really matter? If so, this could be the perfect role for you!

About the Role:

Our client, a growing company in the construction, civil engineering, and plant hire sector, is looking for a commercially minded, self-motivated Sales & Business Development Executive to join their team. This is a hands‑on role combining proactive sales with operational support, helping to grow the customer base and increase sales revenue.

Benefits:

• Location: Stratford-upon-Avon (Office-based)
• Salary: Competitive base + commission (depending on experience)
• Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Key Responsibilities:

• Generate and convert new leads in target sectors (construction, infrastructure, plant hire)
• Prepare and send quotes, proposals, and agreements
• Qualify opportunities and contact prospects via phone, email, and LinkedIn
• Maintain CRM with activity, feedback, and pipeline forecasts
• Follow up leads and close deals to meet targets
• Support marketing initiatives, including email campaigns and lead generation projects
• Work with internal teams to ensure excellent customer service and delivery
• Provide holiday cover for the sales and operations team, including admin, order processing, invoicing, and liaising with yard/logistics staff

Requirements:

• Proven experience in sales, business development, or account management (B2B essential)
• Experience in the construction or plant hire sector highly desirable
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
• Confidence in outbound sales, cold calling, and lead follow‑up
• Self‑motivated, organised, and results‑driven
• Proactive, flexible attitude with willingness to assist across the business
• Experience with LinkedIn, Mailchimp, Excel, and CRM platforms (Sage desirable)

If this sounds like you, please apply today!