via reed · 2 June 2026 ·4 days ago

Sales Executive

Oyster Recruitment Limited
Southampton Full-time GBP 30,000 – 35,000
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Are you a proactive sales professional with a passion for building relationships? Or perhaps you are looking for a rewarding career change into the engineering sector?

We are working with a market-leading engineering company in Southampton that specialises in providing innovative facility solutions. They are looking for a motivated Sales Executive to join their supportive and successful team.

Benefits:

  • Lucrative bonus scheme

  • 25 day holiday + bank holidays + purchase additional holiday

  • Fantastic career progression opportunities

  • Private medical

  • Life insurance

  • Enhanced pension

What You Will Be Doing:
  • Identifying and connecting with potential new clients across various industries.

  • Developing new business opportunities with both new and existing customers.

  • Building and maintaining strong, trusted relationships with key decision-makers.

  • Understanding the specific needs of clients to offer effective engineering solutions.

  • Creating and implementing strategies to generate new leads.

  • Scheduling appointments for the field-based sales engineering team.

  • Working towards and achieving realistic revenue targets.

Who They’re Looking For:
  • At least one year of experience in a B2B (business-to-business) sales role.

  • Experience within an engineering or technical environment would be an advantage but is not essential.

  • A genuine interest in learning about facility engineering solutions.

  • The ability to analyse market information and customer feedback to inform sales strategies.

  • A collaborative team player who is focused on providing excellent customer service.

  • Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite and LinkedIn Sales Navigator.

  • A valid UK driver's licence and access to a vehicle is desirable.

Please note that due to the nature of this role, candidates must be UK residents living within a commutable distance of Southampton. Our client is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

If you’ve been looking for a fresh and rewarding career with a successful business in the engineering industry, apply today!

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