Graduate Sales Executive

1 month ago

Essex, United Kingdom BMS Performance Full time
  • Industry leading graduate sales opportunity with Edmundson Electrical
  • 28,500K base salary + lucrative profit share scheme
  • No experience needed, fantastic opportunity to start your career
  • 12 months rotation through various departments to give you full exposure to the business
  • Great career progression opportunities

The Company

Edmundson Electrical are the UK's leading distributor of branded electrical equipment to trade and industry, selling over 120,000 product lines and employing over 4000 staff across 400 locations throughout the United Kingdom and Ireland.

A fast-growing company with a long history of training and developing people in both sales and managerial roles, Edmundson are now seeking to continue their success by adding entry level talent into their teams.

The Role

Edmundson Electrical are looking to recruit, train and develop ambitious graduates to be based out of any of their 400 independently run profit centres across the UK.

As a Graduate Sales Trainee at Edmundson, you will be educated on both the company, their products and the market they sell into. Receiving continuous 'on the job' training, the graduate will also have the opportunity to receive professional sales training to equip them with all the tools and skills needed to flourish in a successful sales career. Progression opportunities into External Sales and then potentially Profit Centre Management in the future.

  • Obtain a comprehensive knowledge of the business as you spend time training within different functions
  • Develop into an external, customer facing sales role after around 12 months
  • Identify and develop new business opportunities from new customers and dormant/lapsed accounts
  • Gain thorough product knowledge to be competent and effective when dealing with customers and promoting the benefits of using Edmundson Electrical as a supplier of choice
  • Chase down leads, influence, negotiate and generate sales over the phone and in person

As a Graduate Commercial Trainee, the package you will receive is:

  • £28,500K base salary
  • Eligibility for lucrative company profit share scheme
  • Incentivised learning (bonus opportunity upon completion of training)
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Extensive professional sales training - fully funded and accredited
  • Auto-enrolment into the Company's contributory pension scheme

Requirements for this role:

  • Fantastic verbal and written communication Skills
  • Full, clean UK driving license
  • Strong work ethic and a team player who can also work well on their own initiative
  • This role requires you to work an occasional Saturday morning as the business trades 6 days a week
  • You have finished studying and are ready for an immediate start

What you will do: First 6 months

  • Learn a lot
  • Based in a branch - you will start your training in a warehouse learning about the products, operating procedures, understanding the market, customers and suppliers.
  • You will then work your way through various departments including the trade counter to develop the skills needed for long term success.
  • Around month 3 you will start selling. Calling lapsed/dormant accounts and self-sourcing new accounts
  • Begin your industry leading sales training programme through BMS; designed to give you the skill set and structures to be successful and confident in your role.
  • Develop the imperative skills to further your career in sales

Next 6-12 months

  • Consistently start bringing in sales and revenue
  • Begin to learn and understand the full sales process
  • Further develop a relationship with more senior sales colleagues to gain an understanding of the potential next step in your career
  • Continue to develop and grow in confidence and ability with BMS sales training.

Next 12 months and onwards

  • Move out of the Graduate Sales Trainee role
  • Work towards sales targets
  • Become an essential part of the external sales team out in the field
  • Further career development opportunities into management exist for those who can demonstrate success and ability to develop long lasting customer relationships

  • Graduate Sales Executive

    1 month ago

    Essex, United Kingdom BMS Performance Full time

    Industry leading graduate sales opportunity with Edmundson Electrical 28,500K base salary + lucrative profit share schemeNo experience needed, fantastic opportunity to start your career12 months rotation through various departments to give you full exposure to the businessGreat career progression opportunitiesThe CompanyEdmundson Electrical are the UK's...

  • Graduate Sales Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Essex, United Kingdom BMS Performance Full time

    Unlock Your Sales Potential with BMS PerformanceJoin our dynamic team as a Graduate Area Sales Manager and embark on a rewarding career in sales. As a key member of our sales team, you will be responsible for driving business growth and developing strong relationships with our clients.About the Role:We are seeking a highly motivated and ambitious graduate to...

  • Graduate Sales Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Essex, United Kingdom BMS Performance Full time

    Unlock Your Sales Potential with BMS PerformanceJoin our dynamic team as a Graduate Area Sales Manager and embark on a rewarding career in sales. As a key member of our sales team, you will be responsible for driving business growth and developing strong relationships with our clients.About the Role:We are seeking a highly motivated and ambitious graduate to...

  • Regional Sales Manager

    3 days ago

    Essex, United Kingdom Executive Network Group Full time

    Job Title: Regional Sales ExecutiveWe are seeking a highly motivated Regional Sales Executive to join our team at Executive Network Group. As a Regional Sales Executive, you will be responsible for driving new business sales within your assigned territory, as well as nurturing and developing existing relationships.Key Responsibilities:• Develop new sales...

  • Graduate Opportunities

    1 week ago

    Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom First City Recruitment Ltd Full time €24

    Calling all graduates!!! Due to growth, we have an opportunity available for an Event Delegate Sales Executive based in Chelmsford, which is a perfect opportunity for graduates. This offers a guaranteed basic salary of £24’000, plus a realistic £12’000 commission in your first year, which is uncapped. As the Event Delegate Sales Executive, your...

  • Sales Executive

    2 weeks ago

    Essex, United Kingdom Think Selection - Publishing Recruitment Specialists Full time

    Job Title: Sales ExecutiveThink Selection is delighted to be recruiting a Sales Executive for a successful and well-established independent Education Publishing company, a leading provider of primary education resources.Job Summary:We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sales Executive to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible...

  • Sales Executive

    2 weeks ago

    Essex, United Kingdom Think Selection - Publishing Recruitment Specialists Full time

    Job Title: Sales ExecutiveThink Selection is delighted to be recruiting a Sales Executive for a successful and well-established independent Education Publishing company, a leading provider of primary education resources.Job Summary:We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sales Executive to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible...

  • Sales Executive

    1 month ago

    Essex, United Kingdom R. Sees Flooring Company Limited Full time

    About R. Sees Flooring Company LimitedWe are a leading flooring contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality floor finish packages to major contractors, multi-national PLCs, and public sector authorities across London and the East Anglia region.About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sales Executive to join our team...

  • Sales Executive

    1 month ago

    Essex, United Kingdom R. Sees Flooring Company Limited Full time

    About R. Sees Flooring Company LimitedWe are a leading flooring contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality floor finish packages to major contractors, multi-national PLCs, and public sector authorities across London and the East Anglia region.About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sales Executive to join our team...

  • Field Sales Executive

    2 months ago

    Essex, United Kingdom Gold Group Full time

    Field Sales ExecutivesEssex £25,000 Basic + Uncapped Commission - OTE £50,000 + 45p per mile BriefField Sales Executives needed for a for a well-known Full Fibre Broadband provider based in Essex who are expanding at pace and looking to employ a number of Field Sales Executives that are target driven, bubbly individuals, looking to get into sales, hit...

  • Sales Executive

    3 days ago

    Essex, United Kingdom Clarity Recruiting Full time

    Job Title: Sales ExecutivesLocation: EssexSalary: Competitive, OTE up to £50,000 per year + Excellent company benefits including career progression & developmentGuaranteed commission for the first three monthsJob Description:Our client, a leading global rental company, is looking for Sales Executives to join their team. If you enjoy customer-facing roles,...

  • Sales Executive

    2 days ago

    essex, United Kingdom Clarity Recruiting Full time

    Job Title: Sales Executives Location: Essex Salary: Competitive, OTE up to £50,000 per year + Excellent company benefits including career progression & development Guaranteed commission for the first three months Job Description: Our client, a leading global rental company, is looking for Sales Executives to join their team. If you enjoy...

  • Sales Executive

    3 weeks ago

    Essex, United Kingdom International Property Media Full time

    Unlock Your Sales Potential with International Property MediaWe are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Sales Executive to join our dynamic team at International Property Media. As a Sales Executive, you will play a crucial role in promoting our prestigious Property Awards program to international prospects, encouraging them to enter their projects...

  • Sales Executive

    3 weeks ago

    Essex, United Kingdom International Property Media Full time

    Unlock Your Sales Potential with International Property MediaWe are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Sales Executive to join our dynamic team at International Property Media. As a Sales Executive, you will play a crucial role in promoting our prestigious Property Awards program to international prospects, encouraging them to enter their projects...

  • Sales Executive

    1 month ago

    Essex, United Kingdom Home Group Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sales Executive to join our team at Home Group. As a Sales Executive, you will be responsible for selling our new homes in the London and Essex areas, working closely with our customers to understand their needs and preferences.Key ResponsibilitiesProviding exceptional customer service and...

  • Sales Executive

    1 month ago

    Essex, United Kingdom Home Group Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sales Executive to join our team at Home Group. As a Sales Executive, you will be responsible for selling our new homes in the London and Essex areas, working closely with our customers to understand their needs and preferences.Key ResponsibilitiesProviding exceptional customer service and...

  • Sales Executive

    1 month ago

    Essex, United Kingdom Home Group Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sales Executive to join our team at Home Group. As a Sales Executive, you will be responsible for selling our new homes in the London and Essex areas, working closely with our customers to understand their needs and preferences.Key ResponsibilitiesProviding exceptional customer service and...

  • Sales Executive

    1 month ago

    Essex, United Kingdom Home Group Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sales Executive to join our team at Home Group. As a Sales Executive, you will be responsible for selling our new homes in the London and Essex areas, working closely with our customers to understand their needs and preferences.Key ResponsibilitiesProviding exceptional customer service and...

  • Sales Executive

    1 month ago

    Essex, United Kingdom R. Sees Flooring Company Limited Full time

    About R. Sees Flooring Company LimitedWe are a leading flooring contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality floor finish packages to major contractors, multi-national PLCs, and public sector authorities across London and the East Anglia region.About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sales Executive to join our team...

  • Sales Executive

    1 month ago

    Essex, United Kingdom R. Sees Flooring Company Limited Full time

    About R. Sees Flooring Company LimitedWe are a leading flooring contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality floor finish packages to major contractors, multi-national PLCs, and public sector authorities across London and the East Anglia region.About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sales Executive to join our team...