Sales Executive

About the role

We are seeking a motivated Sales Executive to join a growing UK distributor’s friendly, family‑oriented team in Staplehurst, Maidstone. The role involves building relationships, uncovering new business opportunities and driving sales in a supportive environment with full training.

Key responsibilities

• Develop existing customer accounts through proactive outbound sales calls.
• Identify and convert new business opportunities.
• Build strong customer relationships and deliver exceptional service.
• Promote new products, special offers and upsell where appropriate.
• Manage leads from initial contact through to order placement.
• Update CRM records and maintain accurate sales administration.
• Work towards and exceed monthly sales targets.

Required profile

• Previous experience in a sales or business development role.
• Confidence making outbound calls and engaging customers.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building abilities.
• Target‑driven mindset with a proven record of achieving KPIs.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
• Resilience, self‑motivation and a positive attitude.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office
• CRM systems

What we offer

• Competitive basic salary of £27,000‑£30,000 per year.
• Uncapped monthly commission.
• Full product training and ongoing support.
• Modern office environment with no weekend or bank‑holiday work.
• Company pension and 28 days holiday.
• Free onsite parking and regular team social events.
• Childcare voucher scheme.