Sales Support Executive

SF Recruitment; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a proactive Sales Support Executive to join their growing team in Leicester. The role requires supporting customer accounts and the external sales team while generating new business opportunities. Key tasks include preparing quotations, managing inbound enquiries, and developing client relationships. The ideal candidate should possess experience in B2B sales and account management. This is a full-time, office-based position with a salary range of £26,000 - £28,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in B2B sales or account management is essential.
• Proven ability to grow customer accounts and generate new business.
• Strong communication and organisational skills are needed.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

B2B sales experience

Account management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

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

Role Overview

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