Sales Executive - Construction & Safety Solutions

Winsearch; Leeds; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable UK construction provider located in Leeds is seeking a Sales Executive to manage and develop contractor client relationships. The ideal candidate will have a proven sales background and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include pursuing new business opportunities, managing existing clients, and attending client meetings. This is a full-time permanent role with a competitive salary and benefits including commission, private medical cover, and clear development opportunities.

Benefits

Basic salary up to £40,000

Commission scheme

Car allowance

Private medical cover

Company pension scheme

Full product training

Structured onboarding

Clear development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a sales or account management role within construction, hire, safety, or contractor-led environments.
• Full UK driving licence and a willingness to travel regularly.
• Comfortable working mainly from a Leeds office.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop an existing portfolio of contractor clients.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across target sectors.
• Conduct outbound sales activity via phone, email and meetings.

Skills

Sales experience

Strong communication skills

Commercial awareness

Confidence in client management

Job description

Sales Executive – Leeds

Take your career to the next level with a market‑leading UK provider of construction and safety solutions, operating from a well‑established Leeds depot supporting clients nationwide.

What you NEED

• Proven track record in a sales or account management role within construction, hire, safety, or contractor‑led environments
• Confidence managing both existing client relationships and new business opportunities
• Strong communication skills across phone, email and face‑to‑face meetings
• Commercial awareness and a results‑driven mindset
• Full UK driving licence and a willingness to travel regularly
• Comfortable working mainly from a Leeds office with flexible travel as meetings dictate

Benefits

• Basic salary up to £40,000 depending on experience
• Commission scheme with genuine earning potential
• Car allowance to support client visits
• Private medical cover
• Company pension scheme
• Full product training and structured onboarding
• Clear development opportunities within a growing UK business
• Stable, full‑time permanent role

Nice to Haves

• Experience selling hire, safety, scaffolding or construction products
• CRM system experience
• Background working with contractors, housebuilders, civils or FM clients
• Experience attending exhibitions or industry events

Role & Responsibilities

• Manage and develop an existing portfolio of contractor clients
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across target sectors
• Conduct outbound sales activity via phone, email and meetings
• Arrange and attend client meetings as required
• Prepare quotations and product presentations
• Work closely with depot and operational teams to ensure customer satisfaction
• Maintain accurate CRM records and sales reporting
• Represent the business professionally at meetings and events

Company Profile

This business is a long‑established UK operation supplying specialist construction and safety products to a diverse contractor client base. With multiple depots nationwide and a strong reputation built over decades, they combine operational stability with continued investment in people, systems, and growth.