Outbound Sales Executive

Walsall
10 months ago
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Outbound Sales Executive

Sales Executive

Outbound Sales Executive

Walsall

£30,000p.a.

  • Do you have experience in B2B telesales and are confident in closing a deal?

  • Do you thrive within a fast paced environment and are keen to excel?

  • Are you looking to work for an organisation who are well respected in their industry?

    The Company:

    ER Recruitment is working with an exciting national employer who are going from strength to strength in their sector. They are looking for an Outbound Sales Executive to join their team to support the wider sales department.

    If you are resilient, self-motivated and have experience generating leads and converting them to appointments – this could be a fantastic opportunity for you to join a successful business.

    Role & Responsibilities of the Outbound Sales Executive:

  • As a lead generator you are responsible for driving the business forward by introducing new clients and creating opportunities.

  • Prospect call preparation, including company background research.

  • Enter, update, and maintain CRM information on leads, prospects, and opportunities.

  • Identifying and liaising with decision makers building rapport.

  • Source new sales opportunities through inbound lead follow-up, outbound cold calls and emails as well as responding to incoming traffic from the company website.

  • Liaise with the Sales Manager to develop sales

    About You as the Outbound Sales Executive:

  • A minimum of 12 months lead generation or sales experience.

  • Persuasive, resilient, and motivated attitude

  • A professional and confident telephone manor.

  • Excellent communications skills both verbal and written.

  • Ability to make a high volume of telephone calls.

  • Computer and database literate.

  • Knowledge of MS office suite.

  • A positive and driven approach is essential.

    This role could suit: Telesales Executive, Telemarketer, Outbound Account Manager, Lead Generator.

    Please note by applying for this role you give consent for ER Recruitment to retain your CV for up to 24 months for the purposes of assisting you to find your next role unless you notify us otherwise.

    While we aim to get back to all applicants, if you do not receive a response within 7 working days then unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

    We are here to help with your career so please send a copy of your CV to us. If you know of anyone else who is looking for their next opportunity, please feel free to refer them to us or pass on our details.

    We look forward to hearing from you

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