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eTalent City, Edinburgh
May 11, 2026
Full time
High-energy, phone-based sales role with real earning potential! About the Opportunity If you enjoy speaking to people, building rapport quickly and turning conversations into results, this is a role where you can thrive. Our client is one of Scotland s leading independent meeting venues, based in Edinburgh city centre. They are growing their commercial team and looking for someone who is confident on the phone and motivated by winning business. The majority of your success will come from handling inbound enquiries and proactively speaking to clients, understanding their needs and guiding them to the right solution. There will also be opportunities for face-to-face meetings, but your core strength will be how you perform on the phone. You will be supported with structured training, coaching and a proven sales approach. What you bring is your energy, your communication style and your drive to succeed. What You ll Gain: Base salary between £27,000 and £35,000 depending on experience. Significant uncapped commission / bonus potential based on performance. Full training in a proven, phone-based sales approach. One-to-one coaching from an experienced Sales Manager. A clear path to building your own client base. A role where results directly impact your earnings. A collaborative, supportive team environment. A vibrant Edinburgh city centre location What Makes This Role Stand Out This is not cold, scripted selling. You will be having real conversations with clients who have genuine requirements. Your role is to understand, advise and convert, building trust quickly and confidently over the phone. You will see the full journey from first call to repeat business, giving you ownership of your results and relationships. What You ll Be Doing: Handling inbound enquiries and converting them into confirmed bookings. Leading client conversations over the phone to understand needs and recommend solutions. Preparing proposals and following up to maximise conversion rates. Building relationships to turn one-off bookings into repeat clients. Proactively calling lapsed clients and following up missed opportunities. Identifying new business opportunities within target sectors. Managing your pipeline and activity through the CRM system. Working with the events team to ensure a smooth client experience. What You ll Need: Experience in a sales, customer-facing or phone-based role. Confidence and credibility when speaking on the phone. Strong written communication skills. Basic IT skills and experience using systems. Right to work in the UK. If you enjoy the pace and challenge of phone-based sales and want a role where you can develop your skills and increase your earnings, this is a strong opportunity. As part of the application process, you will complete a short online recruitment process which takes around 10 minutes. It is designed to help both you and the employer identify a strong mutual fit.
eTalent Burnley, Lancashire
May 08, 2026
Full time
Sales Manager Drive Growth in a Fast-Scaling Sustainable Manufacturing Business Take ownership of growth in a business that is scaling with purpose. Our client is a family-run manufacturer of high-quality recycled plastic products, providing sustainable, maintenance-free alternatives to traditional timber. As demand continues to grow and new markets open across the UK, our client is entering an exciting phase of expansion. They are now looking for a Sales Manager who wants to play a central role in that journey. This is a hands-on, high-impact role where you will drive revenue, build new markets, and help shape how their sales function operates. About the Opportunity Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will lead our client s internal sales team while taking personal responsibility for driving new business growth. Your focus will be primarily on winning new customers (around 80%) , supported by team leadership, strategy, and process development (around 20%) . You will expand their network of distributors and merchants, identify high-potential look-a-like customers, and help modernise how they sell, quote, and operate. You will also work closely with their Production Manager to improve processes and ensure a smooth transition from sale to delivery. What you ll gain: A key leadership role in a growing, eco-conscious UK manufacturer. Direct access to and collaboration with the Managing Director. The opportunity to shape sales strategy and influence business direction. Ownership of building and developing a high-performing sales team. Involvement in improving systems, processes, and product development. A business operating in a fast-growing sustainable materials market. Competitive salary of K base £55K including bonus. Pension scheme. 28 days holiday including bank holidays. Free on-site parking. Flexible working hours within an 08 00 framework. Casual dress. What you ll be doing: Winning new B2B business across distributors, builders merchants, and commercial clients. Identifying and targeting new look-a-like customers and markets. Managing key accounts and driving repeat revenue. Producing accurate quotes for bespoke projects including decking, fencing, and boardwalks. Leading inbound and outbound sales activity. Managing, coaching, and motivating the internal sales team. Developing and implementing sales processes and SOPs. Improving quoting systems and reducing errors and lead times. Working closely with production to improve operational efficiency. Reporting on sales performance and pipeline activity. What you ll need: Proven track record in B2B sales and new business development. Strong outbound sales and prospecting experience. Commercial negotiation and deal-closing ability. Experience managing or supervising a sales team. IT literacy and experience with CRM or sales systems. Strong organisational and process-driven mindset. Full UK driving licence. Desirable: Experience in construction, timber, or building materials. Experience in sustainable or recycled product sales. Experience building sales processes or strategy. If you are driven by growth, enjoy building new markets, and want to play a key role in a business with real purpose, our client would like to hear from you. As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete a short online assessment, which takes around ten minutes. This helps ensure a strong mutual fit and allows both you and our client to move forward with confidence.