Sales Executive
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Sales Executive to join our Head Office team, located in a rural location near Wakefield. This is an office-based role focused on developing customer relationships, generating new sales opportunities through various platforms including social media, and supporting the continued growth of two well respected British manufacturers located in North Lincolnshire & East Sussex.
Based in North Lincolnshire, William Blyth has been manufacturing and supplying handmade clay roof tiles in Barton-upon-Humber since 1840. Using traditional methods on a historic listed site. We are the last manufacturer in the UK still producing roof tiles in this traditional way. Our roof tiles are supplied to conservation projects, listed buildings, heritage restorations, and premium new-build developments nationwide.
Alongside our renowned British handmade clay roof tiles, William Blyth has recently expanded its portfolio with a carefully selected range of imported handmade clay roof tiles. This allows us to expand and broaden our product offering while also providing traditional tile styles commonly specified throughout the South East of England, giving architects, developers and contractors greater flexibility and choice.
Another of our group companies, Sussex Handmade Brick, located in East Sussex, has been manufacturing handmade bricks and specials since 1896. Supplying conservation, restoration, and high end new-build projects throughout the South and East of England as well as the high value central London market.
Working within a close-knit team, you will be responsible for building rapport with customers, identifying new opportunities, delivering excellent service from initial enquiry through to order completion and playing a key role in supporting our commitment to craftsmanship and quality.
Key Responsibilities
· Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, architects, merchants, trade customers, and end users.
· Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities and working closely with the involvement of the director.
· Generate and follow up on sales enquiries, leads and sample requests.
· Manage customer enquiries professionally and efficiently.
· Prepare quotations, arrange product samples, and support customers throughout the sales process.
· Develop existing customer accounts and identify opportunities for growth.
· Build rapport with customers through regular communication and excellent service.
· Work closely with colleagues to achieve sales targets and business objectives.
· Maintain accurate customer records and sales activity.
Essential Attributes
· Previous sales experience.
· Good telephone manner.
· Appetite for growth.
· Experience with social media.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
· Strong ability to build relationships and develop customer trust.
· Self-motivated with the ability to use your own initiative.
· Proactive approach to identifying opportunities and solving problems.
· Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
· Confidence using IT systems.
· Experience within construction, building materials, manufacturing, or related industries. (preferred, but not essential)
· Positive, enthusiastic, and driven to achieve results and growth.
· Professional, approachable, and a strong team player, with a can do attitude.
In return we can offer:
· Opportunity to work with two well established and ever-growing British manufacturers.
· A varied and rewarding office-based sales role.
· Supportive, close-knit working environment.
· The chance to contribute to the growth of heritage-focused, quality-driven businesses.
· Free, secure on-site parking.
· Pension.
· Full-time working hours, Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5pm, with some flexibility for the right person.
Salary negotiable for right candidate and experience.
Pay: £31,500.00-£33,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
