Sales Lead Specialist

Cessna Aircraft Company; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of specialized vehicles in Ipswich is seeking a Sales Lead Specialist to generate high-quality leads. The role involves conducting outbound calls, qualifying leads, and maintaining a comprehensive customer database. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills, a results-driven attitude, and a willingness to learn about turf care equipment. This position offers competitive pay, a good work-life balance, and generous benefits including annual leave and a company pension.

Benefits

Competitive rate of pay

30 days annual leave

Enhanced Company pension

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

On-site golf course

Training platform access

Eye care scheme

Shopping and travel discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in lead generation or sales support.
• Strong understanding of turf care equipment and electrified products via training.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outbound calls to potential customers.
• Identify and qualify leads for the sales team.
• Maintain a database of potential customers.

Skills

Lead generation

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Results-driven

Tools

CRM software

Lead tracking tools

Job description

Job Description - Sales Lead Specialist (331690)

Job Number

Sales Lead Specialist (331690)

Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of golf cars, utility and personal transportation vehicles, snowmobiles, side‑by‑side, all‑terrain vehicles, professional turf‑care equipment, and ground support equipment. Textron Specialized Vehicles markets products under several different brands. Its vehicles are found in environments ranging from golf courses to factories, airports to planned communities.

Ransomes Jacobsen Ltd are seeking a proactive and dynamic Lead Generation Specialist to join our ELiTE sales team. This role is crucial in identifying and nurturing potential customers, supporting the ELiTE sales team by generating high‑quality leads. The ideal candidate will be skilled in engaging with potential customers over the phone, understanding their needs, and guiding them through the sales journey from brand awareness to purchase intent.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Conducting outbound calls to potential customers and end‑users of our turf care equipment;
• Identifying and qualifying leads, ensuring they meet the criteria for further engagement by the ELiTE sales team;
• Developing and maintaining a comprehensive database of potential customers, tracking interactions and progress through the sales funnel;
• Collaborating with the ELiTE sales team to ensure a seamless handoff of qualified leads;
• Providing insights and feedback in order to refine lead generation strategies and campaigns;
• Staying informed about industry trends, competitor products, and emerging technologies in turf care and electrification;
• Assisting in the development of scripts and communication materials for lead generation activities;
• Participating in regular team meetings to discuss progress, challenges, and opportunities;
• Utilising CRM software to track activity, customer interactions, and follow‑ups.

About You

• Proven experience in lead generation or sales support;
• Willingness to acquire a strong understanding of turf care equipment and electrified products via training;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage potential customers and end‑users over the phone;
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail;
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively;
• Familiarity with CRM software and lead tracking tools;
• Self‑motivated, goal‑oriented, and results‑driven;
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new strategies and technologies;
• Willingness to travel as required.

Why Us?

• Competitive rate of pay, reviewed annually;
• Work‑life balance promoted with every other Friday off;
• 30 days annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays;
• Enhanced Company pension;
• Life assurance of four times your annual salary;
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme for you and your immediate family;
• On‑site golf course and football pitch;
• Access to Textron University's self‑service training platform;
• Eye care scheme;
• Discounts on shopping and travel through Perks at Work;

Recruiting Company Textron Specialized Vehicles