Sales Executive

Sales & Marketing
Leeds
December 8, 2025
Full Time
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Job Description

TRAD UK, one of the UK’s largest provider of non-mechanical scaffold and construction safety products, are currently active in expanding their sales and operational teams.

Founded in 1998, TRAD Hire & Sales’ UK-wide network of depots have the resources and capabilities to meet every demand. They offer innovative products and a first-class service to their strong client base, and their team has an attention to detail that has ensured the company’s success and position as one of the premier organisations in the sector for over 25 years. 

Job Brief:

We are looking for a competitive and trustworthy Sales Executive to help us build up our business activities. 

Sales Executive responsibilities include discovering and pursuing new hire & sales prospects, negotiating deals and maintaining customer satisfaction. If you have excellent communication skills and feel comfortable reaching out to potential customers to demonstrate our services and products through face to face meetings, email and phone, we’d like to meet you. 

The role reports into both the Depot Manager and Senior Management, and offers future development potential. The role has the core objective of looking after our existing client base while developing new customers and managing both these types of accounts to expand our levels of business while providing a high level of customer service.

TRAD UK Core Client Base is as follows:

House Builders

Main Contractors

Civils Contractors

Industrial & commercial roofing contractors

Structures Contractors (RC, steel, timber)

FM companies

Scaffolding Contractors

Industrial / Petro-Chemical Service Providers

Candidate:

Experience of the TRAD UK products is not necessarily a pre-requisite as full product training will be given. However experience of selling and/or hiring to the aforementioned type of contractors along with knowledge of the construction industry is essential; along with a proven track record in sales.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct research to identify selling possibilities and evaluate customer needs
  • Actively seek out new opportunities through cold calling, networking and social media
  • Set up meetings with existing and  potential new clients and listen to their wishes and concerns
  • Prepare and deliver appropriate presentations on products and services 
  • Work closely with all the sales staff to ensure all targets within the budget are understood, and help close gaps on items of slow moving stock. 
  • Create reviews and reports with sales and financial data
  • Ensure the availability of stock for sales and demonstrations
  • Participate on behalf of the company in exhibitions or conferences
  • Negotiate/close deals and handle complaints or objections
  • Collaborate with team members to achieve better results
  • Gather feedback from customers or prospects and share with internal teams

Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Sales Executive or relevant role
  • Proficiency in English
  • Excellent knowledge of MS Office
  • Hands-on experience with CRM software is a plus
  • Thorough understanding of marketing and negotiating techniques
  • Fast learner and passion for sales
  • Self-motivated with a results-driven approach
  • Aptitude in delivering attractive presentations

Remuneration Package:

  • Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
  • Competitive salary dependent on experience
  • Commission scheme
  • Company car or car allowance
  • Private medical cover
  • Company pension scheme
  • Hours 08.00 to 17.00, could be flexible if required

 

Please apply with covering letter and full CV to TradUK@trad.co.uk

TRAD UK is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.