Commercial Sales Executive

Job AdvertCommercial Sales Executive Are you a confident communicator, comfortable using your sales experience to attract new business?The Role: Celebrating our 150th birthday this year, Bagnalls is the leading painting and decorating contractor in the UK.Salary: We offer a competitive basic salary of £25,553 plus achievable uncapped commissions.Hours: 39 hours per week.Location: This role is based in our North East branch in Gateshead, in a modern, purpose-built office.Responsibilities:Identify new target customers through research, including social media.Build relationships with new and previous customers to secure repeat business.Understand customer needs to effectively communicate Bagnalls' services.Complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs).Manage the customer database.Qualifications and Skills: Essential Criteria:Strong verbal communication skills.Previous sales experience (telephone/B2B preferred).Confidence in building relationships with senior decision makers.Friendly telephone manner.Good written English skills.Basic Microsoft Office skills and ability to learn in-house database systems.Quick learner about all aspects of the business.Desirable Criteria:Experience in the construction industry.Your Development: You will receive full training and support to develop key customer relationships and work with a variety of organisations in the public and private sectors. We value people development and offer opportunities for training and increased responsibilities.About Bagnalls: We are proud recipients of awards such as the Yorkshire Post Apprentice Employer of the Year and the Family Business United Supreme Champion, Family Business of the Year.Additional Details:Department: SalesContract Type: PermanentHours: 39 per weekSalary: Starting at £25,553 plus uncapped commissionsBenefits: CompetitiveShare this job: LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Email#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-07-12