Senior Sales Executive - Waste Management and Recycling

Sheffield
1 week ago
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Business Development Manager / Senior Sales Executive – Waste Management & Recycling
Join a dynamic team in a rewarding role for a seasoned Business Development Manager or Senior Sales Executive with expertise in waste management and recycling sales.

Salary: £55,000–£60,000 base, plus car allowance and commission (£75,000 OTE)

Location: UK-wide, with flexible travel and working hours

Potential Job Titles:
Business Development Manager, Regional Sales Manager, Sales Executive, Waste Broker, Commercial Manager

Industry Focus:
Construction & Demolition Waste, Food Waste, Wet Waste, Cardboard & Plastic Recycling, Food Recycling, Landfill, Non-Recyclables, Non-Hazardous Waste, Waste Management, Recycling

Key Responsibilities:
Actively pursue and secure new business opportunities to achieve or surpass £1m in annual sales targets.

Visit client sites to build and maintain strong relationships.

Provide accurate quotations and ensure profitable project outcomes.

Lead tender processes to win contracts effectively.

Qualifications & Experience:
Proven track record of securing contracts in Waste Management, Industrial Services, or Facilities Management.

Ideally, 3+ years of experience in the waste industry.

Strong operational knowledge of waste management to engage corporate clients and sustainability teams confidently in presentations

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