Internal Sales Executive

Permanent | Full-TimeApplying for this role is straight forward Scroll down and click on Apply to be considered for this position.Location: CheltenhamHours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:00Salary: 26,000 - 30,000 - DOEThe CompanyA well-established specialist supplier within the construction materials and building products sector is seeking to strengthen its internal sales function following a recent strategic restructure. Operating as part of a wider group, the business has over two decades of continuous growth and is recognised for its technical expertise across cladding, faades and external building solutions.This creates an excellent opportunity for a motivated Internal Sales Executive to play a key role in the next phase of growth.The RoleReporting into the Sales Office Manager, the Internal Sales Executive will support both the Sales Office Manager and Area Sales Manager with day-to-day sales activity and project coordination. Initially, the role will report into a senior Branch Manager with extensive industry and product experience.This is a 100% office-based role, suited to someone with transferable experience from builders' merchants, timber merchants, construction materials or related sectors. Faades or cladding experience would be highly advantageous but is not essential.The business is looking for someone dynamic, quick to learn, positive in attitude and keen to build a long-term career within the organisation.Package & BenefitsSalary of 26,000 - 30,000No commission or bonus initially (new performance-based bonus structure in development)23 days' holiday (increasing with length of service) plus bank holidaysHoliday year runs January-DecemberChristmas shutdown (typically 4 days) deducted from annual entitlementLife assurance at 2x annual salarySalary sacrifice pension scheme (launching February 2026)Retail discount schemesEV leasing scheme after 6 months' service (subject to criteria)Cycle to work schemeEyecare vouchers & flu vouchersMedical cash planCompany events and wellbeing supportKey ResponsibilitiesBuild, maintain and grow strong relationships with customers, suppliers and internal branch teamsProcess sales orders and projects from quotation stage through to on-site deliveryPrepare accurate and timely quotations aligned with commercial targetsManage live projects using company systems, ensuring accuracy and proactive communicationLiaise regularly with customers and suppliers via telephone and email (telephone confidence is essential)Work comfortably toward sales targets in a fast-paced environmentCoordinate with other branches to monitor stock, availability and lead timesSupport the wider sales team with administrative tasks and reportingUphold high standards of timekeeping, attendance and professional presentationPerson SpecificationEssential:Proven internal sales experience with transferable skillsBackground within builders' merchants, timber merchants, construction materials or similar environmentsStrong verbal and written communication skills xjdpvnf Confident using the telephone as a primary sales and relationship-building toolHigh attention to detail and accuracyPositive, proactive and eager-to-learn mindsetStrong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasksProficient with Microsoft Office, particularly ExcelStrong customer service focusRight to work in the UK without sponsorshipDesirable:Experience within faades, cladding or external building productsAbility to drive and travel to other branches, customers or suppliers to support future career progressionBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

Created: 2026-03-19