Sales Executive - Essex

£25k basic with £32-35K OTE year 1

Date Posted: Wednesday 18 March 2026

, Ref: 4954

Sales Executive

£25,000 – £25,500 Basic | £32,000 – £35,000 OTE (Year 1)
South Woodham Ferrers

Permanent / Full Time

Working Hours: Monday to Friday (8:30am – 5:00pm)

Looking to kickstart or grow your career in sales with a well-established and growing company?

We’re recruiting a Sales Executive to join a successful UK manufacturer and distributor with over 30 years of industry experience. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team where you can develop your skills, earn commission and progress into a field-based sales role.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Generating new business opportunities and building a sales pipeline
  • Contacting prospects via phone, email and CRM systems
  • Preparing and sending quotes and proposals
  • Managing and developing long-term customer relationships
  • Handling customer enquiries and providing excellent service
  • Working towards and achieving monthly sales targets

What We’re Looking For

  • Confident and proactive communicator
  • Driven, self-motivated and keen to succeed in sales
  • Strong customer service or sales background (preferred but not essential)
  • Comfortable using Microsoft Office and CRM systems
  • Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop

What’s On Offer

  • £25k–£25.5k basic salary
  • Realistic £32k–£35k OTE in year one
  • Clear progression into external/field sales
  • Exposure to trade shows and industry events
  • Opportunity to learn the commercial side of manufacturing and distribution
  • Join a growing business with a friendly, supportive team

This is a great opportunity for someone who is ambitious, confident and looking to build a long-term career in sales.

Apply today to find out more.

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