Internal Sales Representative
Location: Syston
Type: Full-time
About the Role
We are looking for a motivated and customer‑focused Internal Sales Representative to join our team. In this role, you will manage a portfolio of customers within a defined geographical region, driving business growth through proactive sales activity and delivering an exceptional customer experience. You will work closely with the District Sales Manager (DSM) to ensure a joined‑up commercial approach, while also supporting wider operational needs, including order management where required.
Key Responsibilities
Sales Management
- Proactively generate new business through structured outbound calls and targeted follow‑ups.
- Manage and grow an existing portfolio of customers, following agreed call plans and objectives.
- Build strong relationships with key decision‑makers, clearly communicating our value and unique selling points.
- Price jobs and enquiries in line with agreed guidelines and volume targets.
- Support market analysis activity, including customer segmentation and competitor positioning.
- Identify opportunities to add value for customers and support their business success.
- Handle cash sale enquiries in line with company pricing policy.
Sales Administration
- Respond efficiently to customer enquiries (verbal and written) in a timely manner.
- Produce accurate quotations that meet technical requirements and customer expectations.
- Maintain accurate records across systems and keep customers informed throughout the process.
- Resolve customer issues professionally, escalating where necessary.
- Liaise with internal teams regarding orders, pricing, and deliveries.
- Process payments for cash sales.
- Support team collaboration and contribute to a positive working environment.
Order Management
- Support order placement and management when required.
- Accurately create, amend, and confirm customer orders within the SAP system.
- Ensure all order details are complete, including customer and delivery information.
- Work with transport and production teams to agree realistic delivery times.
General
- Develop strong knowledge of company products, the industry, and customer markets.
- Build effective working relationships with customers, colleagues, and operational teams.
- Maintain a high standard of customer service at all times.
Key Performance Indicators
- Volume and margin performance for allocated plants
- Growth in customer numbers
- Increase in value‑added products (VAPs)
- Cash sale volume and margin
- Reduction in customer queries
- Number of quotations generated
- Quote turnaround time
What We’re Looking For
- Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
- A proactive, sales‑driven mindset
- Excellent organisational and administrative skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team
- Customer‑focused with a commitment to service excellence
- Previous sales or customer service experience (preferred)
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to grow within a leading organisation
- Supportive team environment
- Training and development opportunities
- Competitive salary and benefits
Rewards & Benefits
We’re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice, with accreditations including:
- Armed Forces Covenant (Gold)
- Disability Confident
- 5% Club (Platinum)
- Mates in Mind
- Clear Assured
- STEM Ambassador
- MPQC Member
- Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance
- Work‑Life Balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays), agile/flexible working, holiday purchase, and sabbatical options
- Family‑Friendly Policies: Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care, and menopause
- Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more)
- Wellbeing & Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities
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