Sales Executive

Grafters Recruitment Consultants Ltd; Hailsham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy in Hailsham is seeking a motivated sales professional to support B2B sales within the manufacturing sector. The role includes executing sales plans, visiting customers, and preparing quotations. The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, proficiency in CRM systems, and a willingness to work collaboratively within a team. Expect 50% travel for customer visits. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in B2B sales within manufacturing or related sectors.
• Willingness to work collaboratively in a sales team.
• Basic commercial awareness and eagerness to develop negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in CRM systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing sales plans aligned with company goals.
• Support identification and follow-up of new business opportunities.
• Help gather market insights and customer feedback.
• Visit customers on-site (50% travel expected).
• Support account management and customer engagement activities.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Proficiency in CRM systems

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Sales Execution & Market Development

• Assist in executing sales plans aligned with company goals.
• Support identification and follow–up of new business opportunities.
• Help gather market insights and customer feedback.

Account Management & Customer Engagement

• Visit customers on site as required (expect 50% travel)
• Support account management and customer engagement activities.
• Attend trade shows, exhibitions, and industry events as needed
• Maintain good customer service and responsiveness.

Collaboration & Sales Support

• Prepare quotations and commercial proposals.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support order fulfilment and customer satisfaction.
• Update CRM records and assist with sales reporting.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Experience and interest in B2B sales within manufacturing or related sectors.
• Experience or willingness to work in a collaborative sales team environment.
• Basic commercial awareness and eagerness to develop negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

We endeavour to reply to all applications, however, if you haven t heard from us within 7 days, you have been unsuccessful with this particular role. You are very welcome to apply to future advertisements placed by Grafters Recruitment Consultants / Grafters Accountancy Personnel.