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Junior Sales Executive

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Leicester Full-time GBP 28,000 – 28,000
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Junior Sales Executive (B2B)

Location: Leicester (Office-based with client travel)
Salary: £28,000 base + annual discretionary bonus
Additional: Mileage paid, progression opportunities

Full time- Monday to Friday 9.00am- 5.00pm

The Company

A Leicester-based business partnering with leading FMCG and food manufacturing clients across the UK. The company prides itself on delivering high-quality products and building long-term customer relationships, and is now looking to expand its commercial team with a driven Junior Sales Executive.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious, entry-level sales professional looking to build a career in B2B sales within the FMCG and food manufacturing sectors.

You will play a key role in supporting business growth by managing client interactions, identifying sales opportunities, and promoting products to an established customer base.

Key Responsibilities

  • Proactively contact clients via phone and email to build and maintain relationships

  • Book and attend client meetings (in-person and virtual)

  • Promote and sell company products to existing and prospective customers

  • Identify new business opportunities within FMCG and food manufacturing sectors

  • Maintain accurate records of sales activity and pipeline

  • Support the wider sales team in achieving revenue targets

  • Deliver excellent customer service and act as a key point of contact for clients

Requirements
  • Full UK driving licence (essential)

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills

  • Confident making outbound calls and speaking with clients

  • Self-motivated with a proactive approach to sales

  • Organised and able to manage a varied workload

  • Interest in B2B sales, FMCG, or food manufacturing

  • Previous sales, customer service, or office experience is desirable but not essential

What’s on Offer
  • £28,000 base salary

  • Annual discretionary bonus

  • Mileage expenses covered for client visits

  • Full training and ongoing support

  • Clear progression opportunities within the business

  • Exposure to established FMCG and manufacturing clients

Ideal Candidate

This role would suit someone early in their sales career who is eager to learn, comfortable speaking with clients, and motivated by building relationships and achieving targets.

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