Sales Assistant

Position:
Sales Assistant

Location:

St. Ives, Cambridgeshire
Salary: 25,000 - 30,000 DOE

My client is a long-established hoist and access equipment specialist, providing breakdown, maintenance and technical support services to customers across the UK. They are seeking a Sales Assistant to join and support their office based team in St. Ives.

This role involves supporting the growth of the business by handling incoming enquiries, preparing and chasing quotations, and proactively identifying new sales opportunities. The successful candidate will be confident speaking with clients over the phone, maintaining accurate lead records, coordinating meetings, and assisting with general administration within a fast-paced, team-focused environment while driving consistent commercial performance and growth.

Sales Assistant overview:

• Answering the telephone and speaking with clients regarding their requirements
• Preparing and chasing quotations
• Being proactive in identifying new business opportunities via the various resources available
• Conducting outbound telesales calls to identify prospects
• Maintaining a record of any WIP (work in progress) on leads;
• Liaising with team members to discuss opportunities
• Organise sales meetings with relevant company representative
• General administration, filing and updating company systems.

Sales Assistant requirements:

• Previous experience in a Sales support role
• Any experience in equipment rental would be advantageous
• Excellent attention to detail and organisation skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Confident and professional telephone manner
• Based within a commutable distance of St. Ives

Sales Assistant Salary & Benefits:

• Salary 25,000 - 30,000 DOE
• Discretionary bonus
• Monday - Friday 08:30 - 17:00
• 29 days holiday inclusive of public holidays
• BUPA Healthcare
• Pension

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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