Trainee Business Development Executive

Sigma PlantFinder; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Sigma PlantFinder as a Trainee Business Development Executive and kickstart your sales career in a vibrant team environment. You’ll engage with customers, build valuable relationships, and contribute to a dynamic sales strategy. With a starting salary of £27,000+, this role offers real growth opportunities and performance-based rewards.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Free on-site parking

Opportunities to travel and attend industry events

Performance-based bonuses

A culture where your ideas matter

Qualifications

• Confident communicator who enjoys talking to people.
• Hungry to learn and build a long-term career in sales.
• Curious mind who’s proactive in making things happen.

Responsibilities

• Reach out to customers and prospects to build relationships.
• Support the Business Development team and close deals.
• Conduct market research to uncover new opportunities.

Skills

Communication

Curiosity

Relationship Building

Job description

Kickstart Your Career in Sales with a Role That Actually Excites You

Trainee Business Development Executive

Location: Middlesbrough

Salary: From £27,000+ (Depending on Experience)

Company: Sigma PlantFinder UK

Ready to launch a high-energy, people-focused career where no two days are the same?

At Sigma PlantFinder UK, we don’t just sell machinery—we build global connections, solve real-world challenges, and make serious moves in the used piling and drilling machinery industry.

With over 50 years of experience, we’re leaders in our field—and now, we’re looking for a Trainee Business Development Executive who’s hungry to learn, eager to grow, and ready to bring personality to the world of B2B sales.

What You’ll Be Doing:

You’ll be the friendly voice at the end of the line—reaching out to customers and prospects, having real conversations, and building relationships that lead to major sales. This is not a pushy call-centre gig. It’s about being genuinely valuable to people, understanding their machinery needs, and making connections that count.

You’ll:

• Call out to leads and prospects and spark meaningful conversations
• Build a solid network of contacts and become their go-to advisor
• Identify what clients need and offer smart, practical solutions
• Support our experienced Business Development team and close deals
• Help shape our sales strategy as we grow
• Dive into market research and uncover new opportunities
• Attend trade shows and industry events to represent our brand

Why This Role is a Game-Changer:

• Serious career growth: Learn from top-tier pros, build your confidence, and open the door to massive opportunities in sales and international business.
• Real rewards: Starting salary from £27K with performance-based bonuses. Your hustle = real results.
• Work that matters: You’ll be dealing with high-value, capital goods—this isn’t your average entry-level role.
• Vibrant team culture: Friendly, fast-paced, and future-focused. We care about people, not just quotas.

What We’re Looking For:

• A confident communicator who enjoys talking to people and asking smart questions
• Someone hungry to learn and build a long-term career in sales
• A curious mind who’s not afraid to pick up the phone, do some digging, and make things happen

Perks and Benefits:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (yes, you read that right!)
• Free on-site parking
• Opportunities to travel and attend industry events
• Performance-based bonuses
• Be part of a company where your ideas actually matter

Ready to Take the First Step?

• If you’re ambitious, enthusiastic, and ready to make your mark, we want to hear from you. Send us your CV today and let’s talk about your future at Sigma.