Sales Team Leader

TN Talent Recruitment Ltd; Derby; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Free on-site parking

Full product and sales training

Job summary

TN Talent Recruitment Ltd in Derby is seeking a Sales Team Leader to manage a small team and drive performance. You will lead four sales executives, monitor KPIs, and generate qualified opportunities while supporting the wider business with strong customer engagement.

The role requires a proven sales leadership background, excellent communication, and a proactive, results-driven approach. Monday–Friday, with an attractive bonus scheme and on-site parking.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a sales or contact centre team.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confident and professional telephone manner; proficient IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop a team of four sales executives.
• Monitor team performance against KPIs and sales targets.
• Make outbound calls to prospective and existing business customers.
• Generate qualified sales opportunities for the field sales team.
• Arrange appointments and demonstrations for senior sales colleagues.
• Follow up warm enquiries and previous quotations.
• Build strong customer relationships and identify business needs.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and sales activity.
• Handle objections confidently and professionally.
• Support outbound sales campaigns and business development initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

KPIs

CRM

Communication

Tools

CRM

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sales Team Leader

Location: Derby

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 + Bonus

Working hours: Monday to Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

Contract type: Permanent | Full Time

Are you an experienced sales professional ready to take the next step in your leadership career?

The Role

We're recruiting for a Sales Team Leader to join a well-established and growing business. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll be responsible for motivating a small team, driving performance, and ensuring high-quality sales opportunities are generated for the wider business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop a team of four sales executives.
• Monitor team performance against KPIs and sales targets.
• Make outbound calls to prospective and existing business customers.
• Generate qualified sales opportunities for the field sales team.
• Arrange appointments and demonstrations for senior sales colleagues.
• Follow up warm enquiries and previous quotations.
• Build strong customer relationships and identify business needs.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and sales activity.
• Handle objections confidently and professionally.
• Support outbound sales campaigns and business development initiatives.

About You

• Previous experience leading a sales, telesales, internal sales or contact centre sales team.
• A proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A confident and professional telephone manner.
• Strong organisational and IT skills, including CRM systems and Microsoft Office.
• A proactive, self-motivated and results-focused approach.

Desirable

• B2B sales experience.
• Experience working to KPIs and performance targets.

What's on Offer?

• £35,000 - £40,000 basic salary plus an attractive bonus scheme.
• Company pension.
• Full product and sales training.
• Free on-site parking.
• Supportive and friendly team environment.
• Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm (no weekends)