Sales Support Executive

SF Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a proactive Sales Support Executive to join a growing Sales Team. This office-based role involves preparing quotations, managing customer accounts, and identifying new business opportunities. The ideal candidate has B2B sales experience and strong communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary of £26,000 - £28,000 per year and focuses on building client relationships and supporting marketing efforts.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in B2B sales or account management is essential.
• Ability to grow customer accounts and generate new business successfully.
• Strong communication and organisational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate quotations and complete tender documentation.
• Manage inbound enquiries, leads, and follow-up activity.
• Support and develop existing customer accounts.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Account management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Proactive attitude

Microsoft Word proficiency

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Microsoft Outlook proficiency

Job description

Sales Support Executive

Full Time 37.5 hours per week

Location: Leicester (Office-based)

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 per year

The Role

SF Recruitment are supporting a client with the recruitment of a proactive and motivated Internal Sales / Sales Support Executive to join their growing Sales Team. This is a key internal role focused on supporting existing customer accounts, assisting the external sales function, and identifying new business opportunities. You will be responsible for producing quotations and tender documentation, maintaining CRM records, and ensuring a high level of customer service throughout the sales process. The role is primarily office-based, with occasional travel to visit new or existing customers if required. There may also be times where additional office support is needed during busy periods or staff cover.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate quotations and complete tender documentation
• Manage inbound enquiries, leads, and follow‑up activity
• Support and develop existing customer accounts
• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Identify new business opportunities and potential key accounts
• Develop strong product knowledge to recommend suitable solutions
• Coordinate orders with internal teams and communicate updates to customers
• Maintain accurate CRM and sales activity records
• Support marketing campaigns and lead follow‑ups

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in B2B sales or account management (essential)
• Proven ability to grow customer accounts and generate new business
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• High attention to detail, particularly with quotations and tenders
• Proactive, reliable, and able to use initiative
• Confident using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

If you feel you are the right fit for this role, apply today.