Sales Executive

Holt Recruitment Group Limited; Poole; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Sales Executive in Poole. This role involves building relationships with customers, managing orders, and supporting the sales team. The ideal candidate has over 3 years in B2B sales, strong communication skills, and a passion for audio products. This position offers a competitive salary, performance-related bonuses, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Salary starting from £28,000

25 days annual leave

4% employer pension contribution

Employee discounts

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a B2B sales or account management role.
• Strong objection-handling skills and quick thinking.
• Customer service-oriented with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with existing customers and develop new opportunities.
• Manage inbound enquiries and process orders.
• Support the sales team and represent the company at trade shows.

Skills

Relationship building

Objection handling

Customer communication

B2B sales

Telesales

Job description

Role: Sales Executive
Location: Poole
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 + OTE (DOE)

Holt Recruitment is recruiting for a Sales Executive to join our client in Poole on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity for someone to join a dynamic industry in a fast-paced environment.

What’s in it for you?

- Salary & Rewards: Starting from £28,000 annually (depending on experience), plus performance-related bonuses linked to both individual and company success.
- Work-Life Balance: Standard office hours, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am–5:30 pm, including a full hour for lunch.
- Work Setting: Primarily office-based, though flexibility is offered where it makes sense.
- Holiday Allowance: 25 days of annual leave in addition to all UK bank holidays.
- Pension: 4% employer contribution in line with statutory requirements.
- Development: Ongoing training and guidance to build expertise in our products and sector.
- Extras: Employee discount on our audio product range, plus free on-site parking.

What will you be responsible for as a Sales Executive?

- Build strong relationships with existing customers while developing new business opportunities
- Manage inbound enquiries and process orders through our ERP system
- Confidently handle objections and position our products against competitors
- Support the wider sales team and contribute to regular sales meetings
- Represent the company at the office, trade shows, and industry events when needed

If you’re target-driven, a natural communicator, and looking to grow within a supportive team, this could be the perfect next step.

What do you need?

- Is enthusiastic, outgoing, optimistic, and skilled at building relationships.
- Has 3+ years of proven experience in a similar B2B sales or account management role.
- Has strong objection-handling skills—quick thinking and confident in overcoming customer concerns.
- Has telesales experience offering high-value or premium products.
- Is a customer service-oriented self-starter with strong communication skills.
- Is commercially minded, well-organised, motivated by success, and detail-focused.
- Shares our passion for audio, electronics, music, car culture, or boating.

What is the next step?
If you believe this is the right role for you, click 'Apply' or call us, and one of our team members will be happy to discuss the Sales Executive role in Poole.

Job ID Number: 98079
Division: Commercial Division
Job Role: Sales Executive
Location: Poole