Sales Manager
£28,000 base salary | Performance-based commission | Clear salary progression
We are seeking a proactive and driven Sales Manager to join our growing team in Plymouth. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to play a pivotal role in shaping our sales pipeline from the ground up — and to be rewarded for doing so. As you establish yourself in the role and help drive the business forward, we offer a clear path to salary progression that reflects your contribution and growing value to the team.
Responsibilities:
- Generate and qualify new leads through outbound calling, email campaigns, social media, and in-person client visits
- Research and identify potential customers within the energy and heating sectors
- Build initial relationships with prospects and pass qualified leads to the sales team
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all activity within the CRM system
- Collaborate closely with the sales team to ensure a smooth and effective handover of leads
- Monitor and report on market trends, competitor activity, and customer feedback
- Consistently meet or exceed lead generation targets
Skills:
- Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage your own pipeline
- Comfortable with outbound prospecting across multiple channels including phone, email, and social media
- Proficient with CRM software and sales tools
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Any experience in sales is a distinct advantage
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in lead generation, business development, or a similar outbound role
- Familiarity with the trade or energy sector is desirable, though full product training will be provided
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Full driving licence preferred, given the potential for client visits
What We Offer:
- £28,000 base salary with performance-based commission
- A clearly defined progression path with salary increases tied to your impact on the business
- Full product training provided
- A supportive, growing team environment based in Plymouth
- The opportunity to shape a role from the ground up and grow with the business
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Would you consider your previous experience to be technical?
Experience:
- business development: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person