Sales Lead Generator

Aqumen Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Sales Lead Generator to enhance business growth in the manufacturing sector. This role focuses on discovering and qualifying new leads through platforms like Glenigan and LinkedIn, while also maintaining existing customer relationships. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in sales and lead generation, strong communication skills, and a proactive, target-driven work ethic. Join a supportive team with opportunities for professional growth and a competitive salary of £28,000 plus bonuses.

Benefits

Ongoing training and professional development

Friendly team environment

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in lead generation or inside sales, ideally within manufacturing.
• Ability to build rapport quickly over the phone.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Source and qualify new business leads using Glenigan and LinkedIn.
• Conduct outbound calls to introduce products and services.
• Maintain contact with existing customers for upsell opportunities.

Skills

Lead generation experience

Telephone communication skills

Experience with CRM systems

Organisational skills

Sales responsiveness

Tools

Glenigan

LinkedIn Sales Navigator

Job description

Sales Lead Generator – Manufacturing Sector

Location: Bradford

Salary: £28,000 per annum + performance-based bonus

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you a confident communicator with a knack for uncovering new business opportunities?

We're looking for a Sales Lead Generator to join our dynamic team in Bradford and play a key role in driving growth within the manufacturing sector.

About the Role

In this role, you'll be responsible for identifying, qualifying, and nurturing leads from a range of sources – including software tools such as Glenigan, LinkedIn, and internal databases. You'll spend around 70% of your time engaging new prospects through cold calling, and 30% maintaining and developing relationships with existing customers. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on building rapport, enjoys the challenge of sales outreach, and is motivated by results.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and qualify new business leads using platforms such as Glenigan, LinkedIn, and CRM systems.
• Conduct outbound calls to potential customers, introducing the company's products and services.
• Maintain regular contact with existing customers to identify upsell opportunities and ensure satisfaction.
• Work closely with the sales and marketing teams to align on campaigns and outreach strategies.
• Record all prospect interactions accurately and maintain up-to-date lead information.
• Support the creation and delivery of marketing campaigns aimed at increasing brand awareness and generating inbound interest.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in lead generation, telesales, or inside sales – ideally within the manufacturing or industrial sector.
• Confident and professional telephone manner, with the ability to build rapport quickly.
• Experience using tools such as Glenigan, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, and CRM systems.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive and target-driven approach to work.
• Experience supporting or creating marketing campaigns would be a strong advantage.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £28,000 per annum + bonus.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Friendly, supportive team environment.
• Opportunities to progress within a growing business.

How to Apply

If you're driven, personable, and ready to make an impact in a thriving manufacturing company, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and a short cover letter outlining your experience in sales and lead generation.