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Job Posted: a month ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: NN13, Brackley, West Northamptonshire

Expire in: 13 hours

Job Description

Company Overview: The Airedale Group are the leading market design, installation, and maintenance provider for commercial kitchens in the UK hospitality and food service industry. We work alongside clients from the initial designs through to bespoke fabrication and installation. Coupled with the largest body of professional maintenance engineers in the country, we offer the complete end-to-end solution to our extensive client base. We have long-standing relationships with many of the biggest multi-site brands in the UK.

Job Overview: We are seeking an ambitious and motivated Junior Sales Executive to join our growing Main Contractor Division within the commercial catering equipment industry. As a market leader, our business specialises in the design, supply, and installation of commercial kitchen facilities, delivering projects across the education, healthcare, leisure, and public sectors nationwide.

This role presents an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to establish a long-term career in technical/consultative sales and project delivery. The successful candidate will follow a structured development pathway designed to progress them from a junior position into a fully established member of the sales team within three years.

Key Responsibilities:

  * Support the development of new business opportunities within the Main Contractor sector.

  * Build and maintain strong working relationships with Tier 1 and Tier 2 Main Contractors.

  * Attend site visits, and meetings where required.

  * Assist in the preparation and submission of tender documentation and sales proposals.

  * Support the review of project specifications, drawings, and tender requirements.

  * Liaise with estimating and design teams to ensure accurate and competitive submissions.

  * Maintain accurate records of sales opportunities and project updates within CRM systems.

  * Participate in project and design meetings throughout the project lifecycle.

  * Support coordination between internal departments including estimating, design, manufacturing, procurement, and installation teams.

  * Develop a strong understanding of commercial catering equipment, kitchen design, and installation processes.

  * Gain knowledge of construction industry procedures, procurement routes, and public-sector frameworks.

  * Stay informed on industry trends, competitor activity, and market developments.

  * Undertake ongoing training and mentoring to support professional development.

  * Prepare reports, meeting notes, and project documentation as required.

  * Maintain organised records of contractor correspondence and commercial information.

  * Ensure all work is completed in line with company procedures and quality standards.

Experience Required:

  * Experience of working within a customer focussed and target driven environment.

  * Previous exposure to B2B sales would be highly advantageous.

  * Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to effectively manage schedules and diary commitments.

  * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage with stakeholders at all levels.

  * Competent in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Excel, and Word.

  * Tenacious and self-motivated mindset, with a strong drive to succeed and build a long-term career in sales.

  * Must live within a commutable distance of Brackley.

  * Full UK driving license required.

What we offer:

We are offering a structured long-term development plan designed to support progression into a fully established Project Sales role within the Main Contractor Division. The successful candidate will receive hands-on exposure across all areas of the Airedale Group, including business development, estimating, design, manufacturing, installation, BIM, and project delivery. Through mentoring, supplier visits, site experience, and direct involvement in live projects and client meetings, the role provides a comprehensive introduction to the commercial catering and construction industries, alongside clear progression opportunities, performance incentives, as development milestones are achieved

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