Senior Sales Executive
Type: Permanent
Reference: 225070657
Job Description:
Senior Sales Executive
Loughborough, Onsite
Up to £40,000
We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Sales Executive to join our growing Midlands depot team. This is a key role within the business, acting as the right-hand support to the Commercial Manager while supporting a small internal sales team and driving performance across key accounts (merchants).
About the Role
As a Senior Sales Executive, you will play a central role in maintaining relationships with merchants, contractors, and key accounts, while supporting the wider growth of the business. You will support a team of internal sales professionals, ensuring high levels of customer service, strong margin performance, and consistent follow-up on quotations.
Key Responsibilities
- Account management of key merchant and contractor accounts (approx. 70% merchants / 30% contractors)
- Monitor and manage quotation follow-ups to maximise conversion rates and manage process
- Support the team in achieving margin targets and sales performance
- Process orders and handle inbound customer enquiries
- Act as a mentor and coach, providing training and guidance to the two internal sales team members
- Identify gaps in the sales process and implement improvements
- Work closely with the Commercial manager to “steer the ship” and drive team success
About You
- Proven experience working with merchants
- Proven experience in an internal sales/account management
- Strong commercial awareness, particularly around margins and conversions
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Industry experience in cladding, roofing, or building materials is advantageous but not essential
What’s on Offer
- Strong opportunities for career progression (e.g. Branch Manager, Regional Sales Manager)
- Bonus scheme
- 28 days holiday (including BH) additional day this year for high performance
- Mileage paid for training travel (45p per mile)
- Private healthcare (available with progression)
- Join a business with excellent staff retention and ambitious growth plans
Apply now or reach out to Shannon at Stirling Warrington.
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