Sales Executive (Progression To Business Development Manager)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Crewe; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Sales Executive in Crewe with the opportunity for progression to Business Development Manager. The role offers autonomy, complete development training, and the chance to cultivate client relationships across various sectors. Ideal candidates should have some sales experience, a driving license, and a desire for career growth in a supportive environment. The position incentivizes performance with a competitive salary and bonuses, supporting varied working styles including hybrid arrangements.

Benefits

Company car

Flexible working

Training opportunities

Commission

Qualifications

• Some sales experience ideally in a relevant field.
• Eager to learn and grow professionally.
• Driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business opportunities across various sectors.
• Cultivate relationships with procurement teams and senior buyers.
• Negotiate agreements and drive sales performance.
• Manage a mix of home working, on the road, and office attendance.

Skills

Sales experience

Client relationship building

Negotiation skills

Motivated and ambitious

Job description

Sales Executive (Progression to Business Development Manager)

Crewe/Hybrid

£30,000-£35,000 + Bonus + Company Car + Commission + Full Industry Training + Flexible Working + Autonomy

Are you someone with some Sales experience looking to really take the next step in your career and join an award winning company who will heavily invest in your professional development through specialist training and offer excellent career advancement opportunities to Business Development Manager and beyond?

Do you want a role where you will have complete autonomy to manage your own diary with regards to office attendance/client visits/home working while being able to work across a wide range of industries?

On offer is the chance to drive strategic growth within an award-winning, market-leading company, shaping its future, building high-impact client relationships, and advancing your career in a truly dynamic and supportive environment.

In this role you will identify and secure new business opportunities, build and nurture strategic client relationships, and play a key role in driving the company's growth and market presence. You will have the autonomy to shape your approach, collaborate with senior leadership, and make a tangible impact on both revenue and long-term customer success.

This role would suit a motivated and ambitious professional with some sales or business development experience, who is eager to learn, build strong client relationships, and take ownership of opportunities to grow both their career and the business.

The Role

• Develop and pursue new business opportunities across a variety of sectors.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with procurement teams and senior buyers.
• Negotiate agreements, close deals, and consistently drive sales performance.
• Mix of home working/on the road/office.

The Person

• Some sales experience.
• Looking to progress career within a specialist company.
• Wants training and progression opportunities.
• Driving License.

Reference Number: BBBH23125

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.