Sales Executive

Commercial Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in grounds maintenance is seeking a Sales Executive to drive growth in Kent. You will build relationships with potential clients, prepare quotes, and collaborate with operational teams. Ideal candidates have sales experience in a related industry, excellent communication skills, and a valid driver's license. Join us to make a meaningful impact in environmental solutions while developing your career.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1.5 years' experience in a related industry sales role.
• Proven ability to convert opportunities into profitable revenue.
• Valid driver's licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Visit new and potential customers across Kent.
• Prepare and present quotes to secure orders.
• Work collaboratively with the Operations team in service delivery.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Job description

Overview

Landscape Services and Commercial Services Group (CSG) operate in more than 86 countries. With 33 trading businesses and expertise across HR, IT, energy, education, legal, and procurement, CSG delivers impactful services to both public and private sectors.

Why this role matters

As a Sales Executive, you'll play a key role in driving the growth of Landscape Services by securing high-value contracts and identifying opportunities within our existing client base. Your ability to build trust, understand client needs, and work closely with operational colleagues will ensure our services continue to make a real impact in schools, parishes, and commercial sites across Kent.

What you'll be doing

• Visiting new and potential customers across Kent to develop strong, lasting relationships
• Reviewing and visiting current customer sites to identify new opportunities and generate quotes
• Preparing, presenting, and following up on quotes to secure orders
• Prioritising customer visits based on revenue potential and business needs
• Managing on-site queries and escalating to the Customer Experience team when required
• Following up on web-generated and other incoming leads
• Working alongside the Estimator for handovers and consistent client engagement
• Supporting the Marketing team with new business contracts (approx. 20% of role)
• Collaborating daily with the Operations team to ensure smooth service delivery
• Using digital follow-ups and calls to reduce unnecessary site visits
• Attending training, meetings, and completing admin tasks (approx. 1.5-2 days per week)
• Minimum 1.5 years' experience in a related industry sales role, or 3 years in a similar role within grounds maintenance or operational service provision
• Proven ability to quote, follow up, and convert opportunities into profitable revenue
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams
• Track record of meeting/exceeding sales targets (desirable)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM systems
• Valid driver's licence (essential)
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations in grounds maintenance (desirable)

Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week.

Who we are

Landscape Services is a specialist provider of outdoor maintenance and management services, offering expertise in grounds maintenance, arboriculture, horticulture, and landscaping. With over 80 years of combined experience in both public and private sectors, our mission is to deliver safe, reliable, and environmentally responsible solutions that support and sustain our clients\' green spaces.

Commercial Services Group (CSG) is the UK's largest local authority-owned trading company (LATCO), employing over 1,800 staff. We are a leader in socially conscious commercial services with over £800 million in annual revenue and steady growth. We\'ve returned over £77 million in social value to the public sector, and joining us means contributing to real impact while developing your own career in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment.

Inclusion & Accessibility

We\'re committed to creating a workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and will support you with any adjustments needed during the recruitment process. Please let us know how we can help.

Commitment to Public Sector and Client Experience

Commercial Services Group is a leading provider of procurement and support services to education and public sector customers globally. Serving over 15,000 customers, CSG is committed to providing an excellent customer and user experience underpinned by social value and a committed and empowered workforce.