External Sales, Leeds (LS10 1SD)

Join ASD and Accelerate Your Sales CareerAt ASD, we're one of the UK's leading metal stockholders and processing specialists, supplying high-quality steel and metal products to customers across a wide range of industries.But we're more than a supplier. We're a business built on expertise, innovation and long-term partnerships, helping our customers succeed while driving positive change for our colleagues, communities and the environment.If you're motivated by building relationships, winning new business and delivering real value to customers, this is an opportunity to make your mark with a market leader.The OpportunityWe're looking for an ambitious and commercially driven External Salesperson to join our team.This is a dynamic, customer-facing role where you'll take ownership of a sales territory, grow existing accounts, uncover new opportunities and drive profitable sales growth.You'll spend time out on the road meeting customers and prospects, developing strong relationships and promoting ASD's products and services. You'll also work closely with our Internal Sales team to deliver outstanding customer service and account management.This is a fantastic opportunity for a sales professional who enjoys autonomy, thrives on winning business and wants to build a successful long-term career.Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. When you are not out visiting customers, you will be based in our office in Leeds (LS10 1SD).What You'll Be DoingNo two days are the same, but your responsibilities will include:Growing and developing a portfolio of existing customer accountsIdentifying and securing new business opportunities across your territoryBuilding strong relationships through regular customer visits and meetingsDelivering customer presentations and conducting site visitsConverting enquiries into profitable sales opportunitiesPreparing and following up quotations quickly and effectivelyWorking closely with Internal Sales colleagues to deliver exceptional serviceIncreasing customer spend and retention and account profitabilityCreating and executing account plans to maximise growthKeeping CRM records and sales activity up to dateMonitoring market trends, competitor activity and emerging opportunitiesResolving customer queries professionally and efficientlySupporting effective account management, including credit control activities where requiredAchieving agreed sales, margin and new business targetsWhat We're Looking ForWe're interested in people with the drive, resilience and commercial instinct to succeed in sales.Ideally, you'll have:Experience in external sales, business development or account managementExperience within the metals, industrial, manufacturing or distribution sectors (preferred but not essential)A proven track record of building relationships and winning new businessStrong commercial awareness and a target driven mindsetExcellent communication, negotiation and influencing skillsConfidence working with figures, margins and commercial dataStrong organisational and time management skillsExperience using CRM systems and Microsoft Office applicationsThe ability to work independently and manage your territory effectivelyA stable employment history demonstrating commitment and reliabilityA full UK driving licence is essential, as regular travel throughout your territory will be required.What's In It For You?We recognise that great people make great businesses. In return, you'll receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:Life assuranceContributory pension scheme (5% employee contribution matched by ASD)Retail and restaurant discountsGym and health club discountsHoliday trading schemeCycle to Work schemeMedicash healthcare planEmployee Assistance ProgrammeFinancial wellbeing supportSafety Comes FirstSafety is at the heart of everything we do. As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe working environment, all employees are subject to pre-employment and ongoing drug and alcohol testing. ASD operates a zero-tolerance policy.Ready to Apply?If you're ready to join a market leading business and take your sales career to the next level, we'd love to hear from you.Apply online today and upload your latest CV.TPBN1_UKTJ