Sales Executive

Location: Kempston

We are seeking an experienced and driven Business Development / Key Account Manager to grow existing customer accounts while actively developing new business. This role suits a proactive sales professional with experience in a metal stockholding environment who enjoys identifying opportunities, building relationships, and driving revenue growth.

Office based role.

08:30AM - 17:00PM

Key Responsibilities

* Manage a portfolio of key customer accounts, maintaining strong relationships through regular contact

* Achieve agreed gross profit targets across existing accounts, new business, and wider sales activity

* Proactively generate new opportunities through targeted cold calling and customer visits

* Identify and develop new business opportunities, implementing strategies to achieve success

* Handle incoming enquiries and source third-party stock where required

* Provide regular feedback on sales performance, market conditions, and customer trends

* Maintain in-depth knowledge of the full product range and competitor activity

* Develop a thorough understanding of customer requirements, both commercially and technically

Requirements

* Minimum of 3 years’ B2B sales experience within the metal stockholding industry
   (experience with copper and/or nickel-based alloys preferred)

* Proven experience managing key customer accounts

* Strong communication and customer service skills

* Strategic mindset with the ability to proactively identify new opportunities

* Demonstrable track record of developing new business

* Alignment with core values of responsiveness, reliability, and respect

* Full UK driving licence preferred