Job Description:

Sales Executive – Specialist Scientific & Laboratory Products

Salary: £26,000 - £32,000 Basic (depending on experience) + Uncapped Commission
Hours: Monday to Thursday 8:00am – 5:00pm | Friday 8:00am – 2:00pm

Location: Earls Colne - due to location you will need to be able to drive and have your own transport

Top Job Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing UK business specialising in the manufacture and supply of innovative products and solutions to the scientific, laboratory, healthcare and industrial sectors.

With an established customer base across the UK and internationally, our client has built a strong reputation for quality, innovation and customer service.

Due to continued growth, they are looking for an ambitious and commercially driven Sales Executive to join their expanding team. This is an exciting opportunity to develop existing customer relationships, generate new business and build a rewarding career within a specialist and growing industry.

The Role

As a Sales Executive, you will play a key role in driving sales growth across a diverse range of specialist products used within laboratory, scientific, healthcare and industrial environments.

You will be responsible for managing and developing existing customer accounts while proactively identifying new business opportunities across the UK and international markets.

Working with a varied customer base, including laboratories, healthcare providers, distributors and specialist organisations, you will build strong relationships, understand customer requirements and recommend suitable products and solutions.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships, identifying commercial opportunities and working towards achievable sales targets with uncapped earning potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop an existing portfolio of B2B customer accounts, maximising sales opportunities and customer retention.
• Proactively identify and generate new business opportunities within the scientific, laboratory, healthcare and industrial sectors.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, distributors and key decision-makers.
• Conduct outbound sales calls, follow up enquiries and engage with prospective customers to generate new business.
• Develop an understanding of the company's specialist product range to confidently advise customers on suitable solutions.
• Identify opportunities to upsell and cross-sell products to existing customers.
• Prepare and follow up quotations, ensuring enquiries are converted into sales.
• Research potential customers, emerging markets and new business opportunities.
• Work towards individual sales targets and contribute to overall business growth.
• Maintain accurate customer records, sales activity and pipeline information using the CRM system.
• Work closely with internal teams, including production, operations and customer service, to ensure customer requirements are met.
• Deliver a professional and knowledgeable service that encourages repeat business and long-term customer relationships.

About You

We are looking for a confident, enthusiastic and motivated individual who enjoys sales and has a genuine desire to succeed.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience in B2B sales, telesales, account management or business development, although full training can be provided.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence engaging with customers over the telephone and via email.
• A proactive approach to generating new business and developing customer accounts.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple customer relationships and sales opportunities.
• A commercial mindset with the motivation to achieve and exceed sales targets.
• The ability to understand specialist products and communicate their benefits to customers.
• A positive, resilient and enthusiastic attitude.
• A willingness to learn and develop knowledge within a specialist industry.

Desirable but not essential:

• Experience selling into scientific, laboratory, healthcare, pharmaceutical or manufacturing environments.
• Previous experience selling technical or specialist products.
• Experience managing distributor relationships or business accounts.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and sales pipeline management.

Industry-specific experience is not essential. Our client is particularly interested in individuals with the right attitude, strong communication skills and a genuine passion for sales.

What's On Offer

• Basic salary up to £29,000, depending on experience.
• Uncapped commission with excellent earning potential.
• Early finish every Friday at 2:00pm.
• Full product training and ongoing development.
• Opportunity to work with an established UK and international customer base.
• Genuine career progression within a growing and specialist business.
• Supportive and friendly team environment.
• Opportunity to develop valuable experience within the scientific, healthcare and specialist manufacturing industries.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and growing business operating within specialist markets.

Whether you already have B2B sales experience or are looking to take the next step in your sales career, our client offers the training, support and earning potential to help you succeed.

If you are ambitious, confident and motivated by building relationships, winning new business and achieving results, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity!