via Indeed · 7 October 2026 ·1 day ago

Sales executive

Intelligent Drainage Solutions Ltd
Retford Full-time Remote
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About Us

Intelligent Drainage Solutions (IDS Ltd) is a leading specialist drainage and wastewater services provider, delivering innovative solutions across commercial, civil, utility, and domestic sectors. As part of the Servtron Group, we combine over 25 years of industry expertise with advanced technology and a strong commitment to safety and customer service. \[Sales Exec...15\.06\.2026 \| Word]

The Opportunity

We are looking for an ambitious and commercially driven Sales Executive to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced sales professional with knowledge of the drainage, utilities, environmental services, or wastewater sectors.

You will play a key role in securing new business, developing long\-term client relationships, identifying project opportunities, and helping drive sustainable growth across the business.

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify and secure new commercial contracts and service agreements.

  • Generate opportunities across drainage, wastewater, utility, and environmental sectors.

  • Prepare and submit bids and tenders for framework agreements and project opportunities.

  • Develop relationships with local authorities, utility companies, contractors, and commercial clients.

  • Work closely with operational teams to develop technical solutions and prepare quotations.

  • Review CCTV survey reports and identify opportunities for remedial and rehabilitation works.

  • Maintain and grow relationships with existing customers and group companies.

  • Represent IDS at client meetings, networking events, and industry exhibitions.

  • Maintain accurate CRM records and sales pipeline information. \[Sales Exec...15\.06\.2026 \| Word]
What We're Looking For

Essential

  • Minimum 3 years' sales, business development, or account management experience.

  • Experience within drainage, wastewater, utilities, environmental services, civil engineering, or a related sector.

  • Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.

  • Experience preparing quotations, proposals, or tender submissions.

  • Excellent communication and relationship\-building abilities.

  • Full UK driving licence. \[Sales Exec...15\.06\.2026 \| Word]
Desirable
  • Knowledge of CCTV drainage surveys, high\-pressure water jetting, UV relining, or drainage rehabilitation.

  • Experience working with local authorities, utility providers, or framework contracts.

  • Understanding of RAMS, health and safety standards, and confined space operations. \[Sales Exec...15\.06\.2026 \| Word]
What We Offer
  • Competitive salary.

  • Uncapped commission/bonus opportunity.

  • Company vehicle or vehicle allowance (if applicable).

  • Company pension scheme.

  • Ongoing training and professional development.

  • Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious business within a successful group.

  • Supportive and experienced management team.
Pay: £25,000\.00\-£35,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension

  • Health \& wellbeing programme

  • On\-site parking
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Retford DN22 6HG

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