External Sales Representative

Elite Talent Hub; Leinster; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Elite Talent Hub is seeking an External Sales Representative for the Dublin area. You will grow the customer base by promoting products, building strong client relationships, and driving sales performance.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in construction sales, solid knowledge of building materials, and excellent negotiation and communication skills. You will manage multiple priorities and work both independently and with teams.

Qualifications

• A proven background in sales within the construction industry with at least 3 to 5 years experience.
• Solid understanding of building materials and timber products.
• Excellent negotiation and closing abilities.
• Competent in using IT systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Represent and promote the company’s product range to existing and potential customers in the Dublin area.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships with long-term partnerships and high satisfaction.
• Source and follow up on new business leads, including cold calling and referrals.
• Consistently meet or exceed sales targets and performance metrics.
• Prepare regular sales reports and maintain records of client interactions, noting market trends.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless delivery of customer service.

Skills

Client relationships

Negotiation

Communication skills

Market development

Building materials knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM software

Job description

Elite Talent Hub LTD Recruitment is a specialist in permanent staffing solutions for clients globally.

Our client is currently seeking a motivated and target-oriented External Sales Representative to grow their customer base and drive sales performance in the Dublin area. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying new opportunities, building relationships with clients, and promoting a diverse range of products to meet and exceed sales goals. This position plays a key role in supporting business development and upholding the company’s commitment to outstanding customer satisfaction.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who is passionate about sales, has strong product knowledge in the construction sector, and wants to contribute meaningfully to a well-established and respected organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent and promote the company’s product range to both existing and potential customers across the Dublin area.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, with an emphasis on developing long-term partnerships and ensuring high levels of satisfaction and retention.
• Source and follow up on new business leads, including cold calling and referrals, to expand the customer base.
• Consistently meet or exceed agreed sales targets and performance metrics in line with company objectives.
• Prepare regular sales reports, maintain accurate records of client interactions, and provide insights on market trends and opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless delivery of customer service and resolution of client queries.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of product lines, market trends, and competitor activity to inform sales strategy.

Requirements:

• A proven background in sales within the construction industry with at least 3 to 5 years experience, with a focus on delivering high-quality customer service.
• Manager ledger more than 4 million per annum
• Solid understanding of building materials and timber products is highly desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to confidently engage with a variety of clients.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work efficiently under time pressure.
• A proactive and self-motivated approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent negotiation and closing abilities.
• Competent in using IT systems and Microsoft Office applications.