Sales Executive

Posted: 18/05/26
Recruiter:Scarlet Selection
Reference:3110757513
Type:Permanent
Industry: Construction, Health / Medical, Leisure, Manufacturing, Retail, Security
Salary:£32,000 Annual ote £38k + wide range of benefits
Location:Blackpool, Lancashire
Description:

My client is looking to recruit a talented sales executive for their Manufacturing business based in Blackpool. The company has a reputation for quality and excellent service. Are you an experienced sales executive looking for your next move with a company that offers a fantastic work environment and progression?

The Sales Executive is responsible for improving sales by proactively identifying new business and developing existing business opportunities. You will be growing sales for a wide range of products into specific marketplaces
This is primarily an office-based role, focused on proactive customer engagement, opportunity development, and supporting territory growth. Occasional travel is required for customer visits, demonstrations, and industry events.
Key Tasks
Proactively identify and develop new business opportunities across target sectors
Conduct virtual product demonstrations and presentations
Attend face-to-face customer visits when required to support demonstrations and sales activity
Achieve and exceed sales targets and KPIs
Build strong, long-term relationships with clients
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure excellent customer service and delivery
Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and sales activity
Understand customer needs and recommend appropriate product solutions
Interpret sales reports, market trends and relevant legislation to identify opportunities
Participate in team sales meetings and share product and market knowledge
Support the territory through proactive sales activity and customer engagement
Manage and grow an existing portfolio of accounts
Use benefit-led selling to differentiate company products
Key Objectives
Achieve and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets within the assigned sectors
Increase revenue across local authorities, education, healthcare, retail, leisure, and commercial markets
Identify and develop new business opportunities, building a strong pipeline of qualified leads that convert to sales
Develop and maintain long-term customer relationships to drive repeat business
Maintain consistent and high-quality sales activity (calls, demonstrations, meetings) and accurately record within CRM systems
Develop strong product, sector, and market knowledge relevant to environmental and infrastructure products
Effectively position the company's products against competitors using feature and benefit selling
Ensure ways of working are aligned with company values, policies, and standards
Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and high performance
The above lists are not exhaustive and may evolve with the role and business needs.
What we're looking for
Drive, target-focused sales executives who are motivated by winning and delivering results.
Proactive mindset - you create opportunities, not wait for them!
Commercially aware with the ability to spot and convert potential into sales.
Curious and quick to learn - ready to build product and market expertise.
Organised and focused - able to manage pipeline, prioritise and deliver consistently.
What's in it for you
A role where you can control your success - clear targets, real ownership and real impact.
The opportunity to build a career in specialist, in-demand product sectors.
Exposure to a wide range of customers, industries and decision makers.
A role where your contribution directly drives business growth and results!

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