Overview

We are a UK-based company dedicated to supporting British wildlife and promoting biodiversity through high-quality, sustainable products. Our mission is to help people across the country create thriving outdoor spaces for birds and garden wildlife. Our product range includes wild bird food, feeders, habitats, and garden products.

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Sales Executive to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in face-to-face environments, enjoys meeting new people, and is passionate about sales and relationship-building.

Duties

• Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing clients to drive sales growth.
• Conduct telemarketing campaigns to generate leads and promote our products/services.
• Manage customer interactions and track sales progress.
• Prepare and deliver compelling presentations to potential clients, showcasing the benefits of our offerings.
• Collaborate with the stakeholders to align strategies and maximise outreach efforts.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify new opportunities for business development.
• Provide exceptional customer service by addressing client inquiries and resolving issues promptly.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct outdoor sales activities, including client visits and in-person product marketing.
• Proactively reach out to potential buyers and decision-makers.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients.
• Generate and follow up on leads to secure bulk purchase orders.
• Meet or exceed sales targets and contribute to company growth.

Requirements

• Friendly, energetic, and enthusiastic personality with a passion for sales.
• Confidence in approaching and engaging with senior management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A valid UK driving licence is essential.
• Willingness to travel extensively across the UK for client meetings.
• Basic computer literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

Experience

• Proven experience in B2B sales, preferably within a similar industry.
• Strong telemarketing skills with the ability to engage prospects effectively.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as part of a team, with strong organisational skills.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about sales and eager to contribute to a growing organisation, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Sales Executive.

Good to Have (Not Mandatory)

• Previous experience in B2B sales, particularly in outdoor or nature-related products.
• Knowledge or personal interest in British wildlife, gardening, or conservation.
• Experience working with independent retailers, garden centres, or farm shops.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and digital sales tools.
• Ability to attend trade fairs, exhibitions, and community events to represent the brand.
• A network of contacts within the wildlife, gardening, or agricultural retail sectors.
• Ability to analyse sales data and contribute to strategy discussions.
• Comfortable creating simple presentations or product demos for clients.

What We Offer

• Permanent, full-time position with opportunities for growth and annual performance-based appraisals.
• Company car, fuel allowance, and mobile phone allowance provided.
• Competitive base salary with performance-based commission (subject to meeting sales targets).
• Flexible work location – remote work allowed within the UK, with occasional travel to the office for reporting and review meetings.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £24,420.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company car
• Employee discount
• Flexitime
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Peterborough PE6 8RQ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• UK Driving Licence (required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Peterborough PE6 8RQ