Technical Sales Executive

Veolia; England; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company is seeking a Sales Professional to drive new business development across Yorkshire & Humber. The role requires prior sales experience, a strong track record of business growth, and the ability to manage existing accounts. You will also assist in creating sales strategies and perform site assessments. An attractive compensation package and benefits include a competitive salary, bonuses, and annual leave.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Competitive quarterly paid bonus

Access to company pension scheme

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Resources for physical, mental and financial health

One paid day for volunteering

Full training provided

Qualifications

• Previous sales experience and a proven track record of new business development is essential.
• A full driving license is essential for this position due to travelling around the Yorkshire & Humber areas.
• Previous experience of following a technical sales process is essential.

Responsibilities

• Your time will be spent contacting and visiting new opportunities from target industries.
• Securing new business to ensure growth targets are met.
• Managing a portfolio of existing accounts within the region.
• Assisting in the development of the future sales strategy.
• Managing tender processes for potential new customers.
• Communicating, managing, and implementing cost increases to customers.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with customers and internal coordinators.
• Undertaking site risk assessments, taking samples of waste materials.

Skills

Sales experience

Business development

Technical sales process

Driving license

Job description

Salary: Competitive package including a basic salary of 35,000, monthly car allowance of 500, and an attractive commission structure bringing your total On-Target Earnings (OTE) to 47,000 per annum

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Location: Home based with travel around the Yorkshire & Humber regions of England

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It\'s why we\'re looking for someone who\'s just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.

We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Competitive quarterly paid bonus if sales growth target is attained
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
• Full training will be provided to equip you well to sell in this exciting environmental sector

What you\'ll be doing

• Your time will be spent contacting and visiting new opportunities from target industries such as the chemical and pharmaceutical industry.
• Securing new business to ensure growth targets are met.
• Managing a portfolio of existing accounts within the region.
• Assisting in the development of the future sales strategy.
• Managing tender processes for potential new customers.
• Communicating, managing and implementing cost increases to customers.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with customers and internal coordinators.
• Undertaking site risk assessments, taking samples of waste materials, producing proposals and presentations of the solutions you have found for suitable recycling, treatment or disposal routes for the customer.

What we\'re looking for

• Previous sales experience and a proven track record of new business development is essential.
• A full driving license is essential for this position due to travelling around the Yorkshire & Humber areas.
• Previous experience of following a technical sales process is essential.

What\'s next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We\'re proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we\'re also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We\'re dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We\'re also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.