Events Sales Manager

Salary: Starting basic up to £42,400 + uncapped commission

Contract: Full-time, permanent

Working hours: Working hours: 9am to 5pm, Mon-Fri – 35 hours per week, however, you may, on occasions, need to attend weekend events

Location: Knowl Hill, Near Maidenhead

If you have achieved success in sales but want more variety and excitement, how does managing the waste provisions for major sporting events through to peak-summer festivals sound? As our proactive and persuasive Special Events Sales Manager, a job with the potential of hybrid working, you will be joining a business that's always been ahead of the curve when it comes to award-winning innovation and has some fantastic feedback from customers. Ready to get stuck in and make your mark?

About the Special Events Sales Manager role
You will build existing relationships to secure repeat business, target new clients, manage your own time and diary, and ensure events run smoothly and profitably. 

You can expect to promote, sell and develop services, including delivering presentations and completing tenders, and work closely with operational teams to ensure a great waste container delivery service. 

Working with our customers to increase their overall recycling rates is something we're proud of and you too, as Special Events Sales Manager, will drive segregation at events and help customers to achieve their waste management goals.

What we're looking for in our Special Events Sales Manager
The musts include previous sales/account management experience, comprehensive knowledge of waste management and a full valid driving licence.

Why Grundon – and what’s in it for you
Many of our star sales team have worked their way up to more senior roles, testament to the progression opportunities and close-knit working environment at Grundon.

We believe in nurturing talent and offer plenty of training and professional development opportunities. 

You can expect a perks and benefits package that includes:
- Company car 
- Discretionary company bonuses
- Pension scheme (you contribute 5% of pay, Grundon matches this) with life insurance cover 
- 30 days’ annual leave (inclusive of 8 bank holidays), which will increase with service, plus the option to buy up to 5 extra days' holiday 

Ready to join us?
We interview as soon as strong applications come in, so don’t wait – apply now to become our next Special Events Sales Manager and start your journey with a supportive and forward-thinking team.

Click apply now – we look forward to hearing from you!
(Please note: No agencies)

Since 1929, Grundon has been at the forefront of waste management and environmental services in the UK, advocating sustainable practices and revolutionising waste management. Here, the value of what you do resonates far beyond the typical workday.

If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into a career that's both impactful and rewarding, you've come to the right place.

We're actively recruiting to fill a variety of roles – from Drivers and Technicians to Recycling Operatives, Transport Coordinators and many more. So, if you're ready to be the backbone of our operations, we'd love to hear from you.

But wait, there's more! We're not just about day-to-day operations, we're all about helping you grow, both personally and professionally. Get ready for training sessions that'll sharpen your skills faster than you can say "reduce, reuse, recycle." Plus, you'll enjoy exclusive perks like discounts on shopping (because who doesn't love a good deal?) and access to cheaper gym memberships to keep you feeling as fit as a perfectly sorted bin.

Oh, and did we mention our commitment to the community and the planet? That's right, we're not just about profits; we're about making a positive impact inside and outside of our depots too.