Sales Executive - Telesales - O.T.E GBP50k+

Recruiter
Recruitment Genius
Location
Leeds
Salary
Competitive
Posted
07 Oct 2016
Closes
03 Nov 2016
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
One of the fastest growing Energy Suppliers in the UK is looking to recruit a passionate Sales Executive within their Internal Sales Team.

This company based in Leeds has a vision of becoming the UK's most trusted energy supplier. They treat their customers as individuals and not just another number. They offer some of the most competitive rates in the industry and aim to provide first class customer service at all times. Ultimately they aim to take away the strain of energy bills so they can concentrate on running their business whilst they take care of everything else.

The Sales Team are responsible for prospecting, qualifying and generating new sales leads and ensuring conversion to contract. This individual will be a highly motivated, self-starter able to identify and develop new business prospects from multiple sources. A dynamic personality with a drive to reach decision makers is essential.

Why join this company?

- This company is a fast-growing, innovative Energy Supplier, they have a genuine desire to help businesses save money and provide a first class customer experience.
- Full Induction and ongoing coaching & training provided
- A great working environment with a real team spirit.
- Fantastic progression opportunities due to our growing departments.
- Excellent basic salary
- Fantastic commission scheme paid monthly
- Monday to Friday, 9am - 5:30pm, meaning a great work/life balance - Opportunity to leave early if targets are achieved!

Activities:
- Contacting new SME business customers to promote their fantastic energy packages
- Using a consultative sales approach, you will understand the needs of their business.
- To quote customers predominately using the company pricing systems, accurately and within set procedures.
- To build up a portfolio of customers and to manage the acquired data effectively.
- To achieve daily/weekly/monthly sales targets and Key Performance Indicators
- To ensure all KPI's are focused on to drive quality and improvements in all aspects of the sales process

Context and Environment:
Operating within a highly competitive SME sector, the main focus of the role is to increase customer and site numbers to United Gas & Power. To ensure value is generated by maximising new business campaigns. Reporting to the Sales Manager and working within a team of 15 based in Leeds to effectively drive sales via agreed sales strategies.

Qualifications / Experience Required:
- Excellent Sales and negotiation skills.
- A proven track record in direct sales.
- Excellent organisational skills to manage calls, maintain records, notes and sales pipeline
- Team player, willing to share ideas and techniques with other team colleagues.
- Minimum of 12 months telesales experience - they would welcome candidates from all sales backgrounds
- Knowledge of the energy sector is useful but not essential