Sales Representative

Blackwater Recruitment is looking to recruit several entry level field sales reps on behalf of our well established client in Brighton.

Our Client - They are an outsourced sales and marketing company, that are offering candidates the opportunity to represent their portfolio of clients through field based sales solutions. All their business is done face to face, as they feel this is the best way to get access to potential customers and produces a much higher volume and quality of qualified sales on behalf of their clients.

What can they offer you?

• Initial Training - Including shadowing of a more experienced team member to get a better understanding of the role, and advice on how to become more effective at sales. They also offer ongoing support for those who want it or who are looking to progress


• Flexible Work Days - Due to the self employed nature of the role, our client will allow you to choose the days you work between Mon-Sat, with no rota's or shift patterns, however our client recommends candidates to commit at least 5 full days per week, to get the best out of the role


• Great Location - Based in Brighton, our clients office has great commute links, and can offer extra incentives for drivers and they are also surrounded by great bars and restaurants for socialising after work.


• Company Culture - Our client creates a motivated yet fun work environment, where they provide recognition for hard work, top performers and where everyone is heard and can share ideas


• Events - Enjoy being part of a team with weekly social nights, monthly offices activities, quarterly workshop events, and other annual events such as Xmas party, a summer event, and much more


• Uncapped Earnings - Due to the fact they do not offer a basic wage, you can benefit from an uncapped commission only pay structure, this role pays £40-£100 for every successful sale and average between 1-3 sales per day for average earnings of £400-£700 per week, this compensates those that put the most effort in and produce the most sales. You will also receive extra financial incentives for meeting/exceeding targets and be rewarded with extra earnings if you become a top performer


• Immediate Start: Our client can offer an immediate start and you can start hitting the field and earning the same day as you complete the vetting process and get badged.


The Role:

• You will represent clients through field based direct sales campaigns to raise their brand awareness whilst aiming to provide the client with extra sales


• As a field based role, you will be expected to travel to various residential and event areas in and around Brighton and go door-to-door to speak with members of the public


• Over time you will represent different brands as campaigns come to a close and our client focuses on a new campaigns, their previous clients include well known charities and nonprofits, home efficiency companies supplying eco initiatives to help people save money and improve the value of their homes, various utility providers helping customers save money, food and drink companies and many more.


• You will craft a short sales pitch with your team, in order to try to close potential customers


• Attend meetings in the office, to go to skill sharing sessions, meet with your team, discuss strategies and get the latest information on your client


• Be a face for your clients brand and act professionally at all times


• Wear client branded clothing to show potential customers the brand you are representing


• Complete sales forms with customers to help them through the onboarding process


• Be part of the team environment and support other team members, provide positivity and give and receive constructive criticism to help each other improve


• Approach all customers with a friendly and courteous attitude


• As you become more familiar with the role, then you may be asked to take on extra responsibilities, such as let new starts shadow you, help support others and lead meetings
  
  Previous experience in a customer facing role, our client doesn't mind what industry this is in, however this is not necessary for candidates to be successful, but our client believes those with experience dealing with customers face to face, can hit the ground running


• A desire to work in sales and improve your professional skills


• Fluent English speaking skill is a must as the main focus of the role is speaking with customers


• Positive mentality and open to taking on new challenges


• Excellent communication skills


• Must be eligible to work full time in the UK


• Must be willing to undergo vetting and a DBS check (paid for by the company)


• No qualifications needed


• Must live in a commutable distance to the advertised location
  
  £400 - £700 a week - Full-time, Company events


• Employee mentoring programme


• Flexitime


• Transport links


Schedule:

• Day shift


• Monday to Friday


• No weekends


• Weekend availability


Supplemental pay types:

• Commission pay


• Performance bonus


Ability to commute/relocate:

• Brighton: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)


Application question(s):

• Please confirm you have availability to work 4-5 full days a week between Monday and Saturday


• Please provide us with a phone number and/or email address so you can be contacted if you are successful