Environmental Sales

Department: Sales & Account Management

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Waltham Abbey

Reporting To: Kirsty Dyer

Description

At Reconomy Connect, we’re changing the way the world thinks about waste. By bringing together several of Reconomy’s market-leading brands and specialist services, we’re leading the shift from traditional waste disposal to smart, sustainable resource management.

With over 30 years of experience, we combine cutting-edge technology with the power of people to deliver bespoke, end-to-end waste solutions. Our work helps customers reduce costs, improve sustainability, and meet their environmental goals - while driving real change.

As part of our growing team in Waltham Abbey, you’ll join over 60 passionate colleagues who are all working toward one shared goal: a world without waste, by implementing initiatives like The Greener Path Programme to our customer base.

Our success is built on four core values:

Community: We work hand-in-hand with the communities we serve, creating cleaner environments and supporting local development.
Colleague: We believe our people are our greatest asset. We invest in your growth, wellbeing, and success through training, support, and career progression.
Customer: We are trusted by clients across the UK to deliver reliable, responsive, and innovative recycling services.
Environment: Everything we do is driven by a passion for sustainability and a commitment to reducing landfill and carbon impact.

Key Responsibilities

Are you passionate about the environment and skilled in consultative sales? We're looking for a dynamic Environmental Sales Consultant to join our team in the South region. This is a regional role that involves regular travel to customer sites, engaging with businesses to deliver innovative waste management solutions that align with their sustainability goals.

Key Responsibilities

Stay informed on industry developments and environmental legislation.
Use Microsoft Office and CRM to manage prospects, build a sales pipeline, and track sales activity.
Deliver compelling sales presentations tailored to customer sectors.
Conduct prospect/customer meetings to achieve sales targets.
Negotiate solution-led sales that align customer goals with our unique value proposition.
Monitor personal performance against budget and maintain profit margins.
Develop and execute a personal Sales/Marketing Plan with support from our Marketing Team.
Collaborate closely with internal departments including Technical, Customer Services, and Finance.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Proven experience in B2B sales within environmental services or waste management.
Ideally have a strong understanding of sustainability and environmental credentials.
Full UK Driving Licence and to be comfortable with travel across the South region to meet clients on-site.
Skilled in building long-term relationships and securing framework contracts.
Familiarity with outsourced/broker models is a plus.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and CRM management skills.

Job Benefits

Financial perks: Pension scheme, length of service rewards, and referral bonuses
Exclusive discounts: MyPerks platform, Cycle to Work scheme, gym membership discounts, and skip hire discounts
Health & wellbeing: Flu jabs, eyecare vouchers, and an Employee Assistance Programme
Mental health support: Confidential counselling, MyPerks Wellbeing Centre, and access to trained Mental Health First Aiders
Family-friendly: Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, birthday off, and holiday trading scheme
Community engagement: Volunteer days and collaboration with local charities
Generous holiday: Start with 23 days, rising to 25 after 2 years, plus buy/sell options
Employee voice: Regular “My Voice” surveys and follow-up check-ins to drive meaningful change
Company car
Performance-driven bonus incentives designed to recognise and reward achievement

Key Responsibilities

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Job Benefits

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