Sales Executive

The Abbey; England; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading technology company operating in the energy sector is seeking a Commercial Sales Executive based in St Ives, Cambridgeshire. The role involves identifying and converting new business opportunities while managing existing client relationships. Candidates should have at least 2 years of sales or customer service experience, excellent English communication skills, and a proactive approach. The role offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits including private healthcare, life insurance, and generous annual leave.

Benefits

Bupa Private Medical Healthcare

Life insurance (4x salary)

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Subsidised gym membership

EV charging

Cycle2Work scheme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in customer service or sales.
• Excellent verbal and written English.
• The ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Proactively call prospective business clients using a supplied contact list.
• Handle inbound enquiries with professionalism and product knowledge.
• Maintain accurate records in the CRM system.

Skills

Customer service

Sales

Verbal and written English

Proactive approach

IT systems proficiency

Job description

Location

On-site in St Ives, Cambridgeshire to begin with scope for hybrid in-time (Monday to Friday)

Hours

37.5 hours/week between 8:00am-5:00pm (1-hour unpaid lunch)

Eligibility

You must have the right to work in the UK

About the Company

This business provides smart technology to simplify how customers buy fuel, offering unbeatable value, convenience, and peace of mind. Now, with a renewed focus on sustainability and expansion into the commercial sector, they are growing their sales team and looking for a Commercial Sales Executive to support that mission.

The Role

As a Commercial Sales Executive, you'll be responsible for identifying and converting new business opportunities, while supporting and managing relationships with existing clients. It's a varied and engaging role, ideal for someone who thrives in a phone-based, customer-focused sales environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively call prospective business clients using a supplied contact list.
• Handle inbound enquiries with professionalism and product knowledge.
• Identify and offer tailored solutions.
• Confidently present services and close deals over the phone.
• Maintain accurate records in the CRM system.
• Support onboarding of new business customers and provide account management support.
• Achieve daily/weekly call targets and contribute to sales KPIs.

About You

• Minimum 2 years' experience in customer service or sales.
• Excellent verbal and written English.
• A proactive, solution-oriented approach to handling customer queries.
• The ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure.
• Confidence using IT systems and maintaining accurate records.

Bonus

• Experience in a B2B sales or account management role.
• A track record of meeting targets in a phone-based sales environment.
• Knowledge of the domestic or commercial energy sector.

Ready to Apply?

If you think you have the necessary skillset and experience to step into this Sales Executive position with a growing business, then please apply below! Alternatively, contact us on 01733 558877 to speak to the team.

Job Description

Sales Executive - B2B | St Ives, Cambridgeshire | £26,000 OTE £29k + with Excellent Benefits. Are you a motivated sales professional looking for your next opportunity in a fast-growing, tech-led business? We're currently recruiting for a well-established, profitable UK-based company operating in the energy sector. They're a market-leading platform connecting commercial customers with essential fuel suppliers, and they're now expanding their business services division.

Benefits

• EV charging
• Fully stocked kitchen with coffee, fresh fruit, and snacks
• Life insurance (4x salary)
• Exclusive perks and retail discounts
• £26,000 salary
• Bupa Private Medical Healthcare
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + additional holiday for long service
• Subsidised gym membership
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Cycle2Work scheme
• Free on-site parking with