Trainee Account Executive (HF13537413)

Flourish; Oldham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Flourish is seeking an entry-level Account Executive in Oldham to kickstart a sales career with a global logistics leader. This field-based, client-facing role offers training and ongoing coaching, supporting your development in a fast-growing environment.

You will learn the full sales cycle from outreach to close, build relationships with SME owners, and gain exposure to international markets. A driving licence is required for the field-based remit.

Qualifications

• Recent graduates or individuals at the beginning of their professional career.
• No prior logistics or sales experience required.
• Full training and ongoing support will be provided.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and engage with SME businesses within designated territory.
• Manage the full sales cycle from outreach to negotiation and closing.
• Conduct face-to-face client meetings and presentations.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs for clients.
• Demonstrate and sell a digital logistics platform.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term customer relationships.
• Develop a healthy sales pipeline and achieve performance targets.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Drive/Motivation

Coachability

Ambition

Job description

Entry‑Level Account Executive (360 Sales) – Global Logistics

Location: Oldham (Field-Based, Client‑Facing Role)

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 Basic + £35,000 - £45,000 OTE (Uncapped Commission)

Kickstart Your Sales Career with a Global Industry Leader Are you looking to build a successful career in sales with a global organisation that genuinely invests in your development?

We're partnering with a leading international logistics provider that helps SMEs optimise their supply chains through an innovative digital logistics platform. Following continued growth, they're looking for ambitious graduates and early‑career professionals eager to develop a rewarding long‑term career in sales.

No previous logistics or sales experience is required. If you're driven, motivated, and eager to learn, full training and ongoing support will be provided.

The Opportunity

This is a true 360 Entry‑Level Account Executive role, giving you exposure to the entire sales process from day one. You'll build relationships with business owners, attend face‑to‑face meetings, and learn how to sell solutions that help businesses reduce costs, improve efficiency, and streamline their supply chains.

With structured onboarding, ongoing coaching, and guidance from experienced sales leaders, you'll gain all the tools needed to become a successful sales professional.

Key Responsibilities

• Prospect and engage with SME businesses within your designated territory
• Manage the full sales cycle, from initial outreach through to negotiation and closing
• Conduct face‑to‑face client meetings and presentations
• Identify opportunities to help businesses improve efficiency and reduce operational costs
• Demonstrate and sell a market‑leading digital logistics platform
• Build and maintain strong, long‑term customer relationships
• Develop a healthy sales pipeline and consistently achieve performance targets

About You

This opportunity would suit:

• Recent graduates or individuals at the beginning of their professional career
• Candidates looking to break into sales, business development, or account management
• Confident communicators who enjoy building relationships and meeting new people
• Motivated, resilient, and highly coachable individuals
• Ambitious candidates looking for genuine career progression opportunities
• Full UK driving licence holders with access to a vehicle

What's on Offer

• £30,000 - £35,000 basic salary
• £35,000 - £45,000 uncapped OTE
• Comprehensive onboarding and structured sales training programme
• Dedicated one‑to‑one coaching and ongoing professional development
• Clear progression opportunities within a global organisation
• Exposure to international markets and clients
• Supportive and collaborative culture with a strong focus on employee development
• The opportunity to build a long‑term career with a growing industry leader

Why Join?

This isn't your typical high‑pressure sales environment. The business is passionate about developing talent and provides the training, support, and career opportunities needed to help individuals thrive.

If you're ambitious, driven, and ready to start your journey in professional sales, this is an excellent opportunity to join a growing global organisation and accelerate your career.