Sales Manager

Morepeople 01780; Colchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading horticultural supplier in Colchester is seeking a motivated individual for an office-based position. The role offers a supportive team environment where your skills contribute directly to business growth. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential, along with a proactive attitude towards customer service. This position provides an excellent opportunity for experienced sales professionals or enthusiastic junior candidates with a passion for horticulture. Competitive salary and Monday to Friday schedule with no weekend work.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Supportive team culture

Opportunity to influence business growth

Qualifications

• Experience in sales or account management preferred.
• A passion for plants or horticulture is advantageous.
• Confidence in handling customer enquiries and preparing quotes.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer enquiries and provide top-tier service.
• Prepare quotes and build relationships with clients.
• Handle multiple priorities with strong organisational skills.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Relationship-building skills

Proactive, customer-focused approach

Job description

Location: Colchester, Essex (Office-based, 5 days per week)

What are the benefits of the role?

• Join a well-established, trusted name in the horticultural industry.
• Enjoy a friendly, supportive team culture where your input truly matters.
• Take ownership of a varied, hands‑on role with real opportunity to influence business growth.
• Monday to Friday schedule (8am-5pm) - no weekend work!
• Competitive salary package tailored to your experience and background.

What do I need?

We're looking for someone with strong communication skills and a proactive, customer‑focused approach. You might be:

• An experienced sales or account management professional looking for a fresh challenge in the horticultural sector, or
• A more junior candidate with a genuine passion for plants, growing, or horticulture who's eager to learn and develop within the industry.

You’ll also bring:

• Excellent relationship‑building skills and a practical, can‑do attitude.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Confidence in handling customer enquiries, preparing quotes, and providing top‑tier service.
• Experience in horticulture, agriculture, or supplying growers (advantageous but not essential).

Who is the Business?

Our client is a leading UK supplier of flower and vegetable seeds, serving professional growers and distributors nationwide. Known for their quality, reliability, and personal service, they combine traditional horticultural expertise with a forward‑thinking approach to customer care.

This is your opportunity to join a respected business where your contribution makes a real difference, whether you're building on a solid sales career or turning your passion for plants into a profession.

What's Next?

For an informal chat, please call Rae on 01780 480530 or email [e-mail] or send me a message on LinkedIn.

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