Sales Assistant

Sales Lead Generator

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Location: Basildon, Essex
Salary: £25,000 + commission/bonus + benefits
Working Pattern: Full-time

My client is a specialist provider of commercial kitchen deep cleaning, extract cleaning and catering equipment maintenance services. They are now seeking a proactive Sales Lead Generator to support the business development team by identifying, researching and qualifying new opportunities.

This is a pipeline-building role focused on uncovering new prospects across hospitality, contract catering, facilities management, healthcare, education and commercial kitchen environments. You will play a key role in generating leads, gathering market intelligence and supporting the wider sales team in driving growth.

The role would suit someone highly organised, commercially curious and confident engaging with potential clients across email, LinkedIn and phone outreach.

Key Responsibilities
Research and identify potential clients across hospitality, catering, FM, healthcare, education and commercial sectors
Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified leads for the sales team
Gather information on decision-makers, contract cycles and service requirements
Conduct outbound prospecting through email, LinkedIn and phone outreach
Book meetings and generate interest in commercial kitchen cleaning and maintenance services
Support the sales team with market intelligence and competitor insights
Maintain accurate and up-to-date CRM records
Work closely with sales and marketing to align outreach activity
Identify opportunities for additional services including extract cleaning and planned maintenance contracts

About You
Experience in sales research, lead generation or business development support
Strong research and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail
Confident communicator with a professional approach
Self-motivated, proactive and able to work independently
Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Experience within facilities management, cleaning services, hospitality or commercial catering advantageous but not essential

Benefits
Competitive salary plus performance-related bonus
Clear progression into business development or sales roles
Training and support to develop industry knowledge
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Opportunity to play a key role in a growing business

This is a great opportunity for a proactive lead generator to join a growing specialist services business and build a long-term career within sales and business development.

To apply or find out more, please get in touch in confidence.

Change Hospitality are acting as an Employment Agency in this instance & due to the volume of applications we regret that only successful candidates will be contacted.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Change Hospitality is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and we strive to ensure that every employee feels valued, respected, and supported. xwzovoh We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our organisation and enhances our ability to deliver excellence.