Sales Executive

Grundon; Redhill; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent waste management company in England is looking for a Field Sales Executive to deliver tailored waste management and sustainability solutions. The role involves generating leads, managing accounts, and ensuring excellent customer service through face-to-face interactions. Ideal candidates will have over two years of sales experience, excellent communication skills, and a strong desire to learn. Competitive salary, company car, and additional benefits like a pension scheme and professional growth opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company car

Discretionary company bonus

Pension scheme

Life insurance

30 days annual leave

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in sales environment.
• Experience in B2B sales or customer-facing roles preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Full current UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Proactively generate business through cold-calling.
• Manage existing accounts and provide solutions.
• Handle inquiries and ensure top-tier customer service.
• Conduct face-to-face meetings with clients.
• Log interactions via CRM systems.

Skills

Sales experience

Cold calling

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational ability

IT competency

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Job description

Salary

Competitive + uncapped commission

Contract

Full-time, permanent

Working hours

9am-5pm, Mon-Fri - 35 hours per week

Are you a proactive, results‑driven sales professional ready to make a meaningful difference?

At Grundon, our Sales team based near Gatwick goes beyond traditional selling, we are problem‑solvers, advocates for sustainability, and trusted advisors to our clients.

Field Sales Executive

We're currently seeking a Field Sales Executive to deliver bespoke waste management and sustainability solutions to a wide range of businesses. In this client‑facing role, you'll be responsible for generating your own leads, cold‑calling potential customers, securing appointments, and building lasting relationships that drive mutual success.

What You'll Be Doing As A Sales Executive

• Proactively generate new business through cold‑calling and client visits within your territory
• Manage a portfolio of existing accounts, providing customised solutions and upselling where appropriate
• Handle sales inquiries efficiently via phone, email, or in‑person, ensuring top‑tier customer service
• Conduct regular face‑to‑face client meetings, site risk observations, and relationship nurturing
• Collaborate closely with our Transport and Account teams to swiftly resolve any account‑related issues.
• Log interactions and opportunities via CRM systems, maintaining accurate and up‑to‑date records
• Prepare and present monthly sales reports to the Regional Sales Manager
• Ensure compliance with company policies, especially around health, safety, and employment regulations
• Tackle other duties and special projects as needed

What You'll Need

• At least 2 years of experience working within a sales environment
• Experience in B2B sales or customer‑facing roles, ideally involving cold‑calling and client visits
• A confident, persuasive personality with a genuine passion for sales and customer care
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Great time‑management, organisational ability, and attention to detail
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and general IT competency
• A strong desire to learn and continuously improve
• Waste management industry experience is a plus – but not essential
• A full current UK driving licence

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Company car
• Discretionary company bonus.
• Pension scheme with a 5% employee contribution matched by Grundon.
• Life insurance cover.
• 30 days' annual leave (inclusive of 8 bank holidays), which will increase with service, plus the option to buy up to 5 extra days' holiday.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.