Sales/New Business Development Executive

Thrive Group; Cannock; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Telesales Executive in Cannock. This role involves outbound calling to prospects in the construction sector, qualifying leads, and managing existing customers. The ideal candidate has proven telesales experience and strong outbound sales skills. Compensation includes a base salary of £25,000-£27,000 plus commission and benefits such as holidays and pension contributions.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension contributions

BUPA health insurance

5% Annual Bonus if targets are met

Training on products and safety standards

Qualifications

• Proven telesales/internal sales experience, ideally in industrial/construction equipment.
• Strong outbound sales skills including cold calling and objection handling.
• Ability to quickly learn technical specifications.

Responsibilities

• Outbound calling to new prospects in construction and maintenance sectors.
• Qualify leads to establish customer needs and requirements.
• Manage existing customers for upselling and renewals.

Skills

Telesales experience

Outbound sales skills

Communication

Organization

CRM proficiency

Job description

Overview

Thrive Recruitment Group are looking for Telesales Executives for our client based in Norton Canes, Cannock (WS11 postcode area) on a permanent basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Outbound calling to new prospects (construction firms, events, maintenance, industrial users).
• Qualify leads: establish customer needs, budget, specifications, safety requirements.
• Provide quotations or liaise with estimating teams.
• Follow up calls/emails to move leads through the pipeline.
• Manage existing customers for upsell/renewals.
• Maintain accurate CRM records.
• Achieve monthly/quarterly sales targets.
• Report performance to Sales Manager.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven telesales/internal sales experience, ideally in industrial/construction equipment.
• Strong outbound sales skills (cold calling, objection handling).
• Ability to learn technical specifications quickly.
• Good communication, organisation, time management.
• Goal-oriented, resilient, self-motivated.
• CRM proficiency.

Salary & Benefits

• Base salary (£25,000-£27,000) with commission.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Pension contributions
• BUPA
• 5% Annual Bonus if business hits targets
• Training on MEWP products and safety standards.
• Supportive team environment.

Hours of Work

Monday to Friday 8am to 5.30pm.

What happens next

1. Shortlisted CVs will be contacted by telephone for an initial chat.
2. Our client will select candidates for an interview.
3. Successful candidates will be offered a permanent contract with our client.