Technical Sales Advisor

Posted 17 hours 20 minutes ago by Trades Workforce Solutions

£25,000 - £32,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Other
Not Specified, United Kingdom
Job Description
Technical Sales Executive Location: Kettering Salary: £25,000 - £32,000 + Uncapped Commission + Benefits

Our client, a fast-growing supplier of high-quality products to the UK commercial construction sector, is looking for a self-motivated, organised, and commercially minded professional to join their expanding team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work for a forward-thinking, fast-paced business that rewards initiative, values teamwork, and offers plenty of room to grow.

About the Role

As a Technical Sales Executive, your main focus will be to proactively generate new enquiries and convert projects into orders through systematic project management and strong relationship-building. You'll act as a trusted expert in your product range and industry, managing opportunities from first contact through to delivery.

Key Responsibilities
  • Proactively generate new sales opportunities, identifying and developing potential projects within your area.
  • Negotiate and secure orders by following up quotations with key decision-makers including contractors, architects, quantity surveyors, local authorities, and end users.
  • Grow your sales territory through consistent outbound activity, networking, and lead generation.
  • Build and maintain relationships with architects and local authorities, arranging specification meetings to showcase the product range.
  • Manage projects effectively from enquiry to completion-understanding technical requirements and providing expert guidance on the best products and specifications.
  • Represent the company professionally at all times, showing enthusiasm for its products and commitment to customer satisfaction.
What You Bring

We're looking for someone who is:

  • Driven & Proactive - Target-focused, self-motivated, and confident in generating new business and following up leads.
  • Organised & Disciplined - Able to plan effectively, manage multiple projects, and keep CRM/admin tasks up to date.
  • Technically Capable - Quick to learn product details and explain technical information clearly to customers.
  • A Strong Communicator - Builds rapport easily, asks smart questions, and handles objections professionally.
  • A Relationship Builder - Friendly and positive, able to earn trust with clients and colleagues alike.
  • Resilient & Positive - Stays calm under pressure, bounces back from challenges, and keeps a solutions-focused attitude.
  • Collaborative - Works well with estimating, marketing, and customer service to ensure smooth project delivery.
You'll also need:
  • Confidence selling over the phone and face-to-face.
  • Strong administrative, planning, and organisational skills.
  • Good working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • A structured, self-managed approach to achieving targets and deadlines.
What's on Offer
  • Competitive basic salary (£25,000 - £32,000 DOE)
  • Uncapped commission structure
  • Rewards for high performance
  • Generous pension scheme
  • 25 days annual leave + extra day off for your birthday
  • Christmas shutdown
  • Free on-site parking
  • A friendly, supportive, and ambitious team environment where your ideas and efforts are recognised.

If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now for immediate consideration - or call Kim Clayton to find out more.

REF: TSA1025KTC