Sales Team Leader

Posted: 16/06/26
Recruiter:Insight Select
Reference:3123337899
Type:Permanent
Industry: Construction
Salary:£35,000 - £38,000 Annual
Location:Colchester, Essex
Description: Sales Team Leader 35,000 - 38,000 Colchester, Essex

My client, a well-established and growing supplier within the construction sector, is currently seeking an Internal Sales Team Leader to join their busy sales office on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced sales professional looking to take the next step into a leadership role, supporting the Internal Sales Manager in driving performance, developing the team, and creating a proactive, sales focused culture.

Responsibilities
  • Support the Internal Sales Manager in motivating, coaching, and developing the Internal Sales team
  • Drive a sales first mindset, encouraging increased customer engagement and commercial growth
  • Plan and allocate daily workloads, ensuring tasks are prioritised effectively across the team
  • Monitor team performance, identifying opportunities for improvement and addressing any operational challenges
  • Act as the first point of contact for team support and escalations when required
  • Promote high standards of customer service, communication, and professionalism
  • Encourage improvements in call answer rates, email response times, and overall customer experience
  • Support KPI tracking, reporting, and the achievement of team and business objectives

Skills
  • Previous experience within an internal sales, customer service, or commercial office environment
  • Experience leading, supervising, or supporting a team, either formally or informally
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage workloads and competing priorities
  • Confident communicator with the ability to motivate and influence others
  • Proactive and solutions focused approach to problem solving

Package
  • 35,000 - 38,000 basic salary (dependent on experience)
  • Opportunities for career progression and professional development
  • Staff discounts and additional company benefits
  • Free on site parking
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment

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