Mirable Solutions
Sales Development Representative- Southampton
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Graduate Sales Executive
Location: Southampton Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 basic + uncapped bonus + guaranteed salary review after 6 months Regular pay rises upon hitting targets
Launch Your Career in B2B Sales
Are you graduating this year or recently completed your degree and looking for a career where your success is based on your ambition rather than time served?
We're looking for an ambitious Graduate Sales Executive to join one of the UK's leading specialist metal distributors. You'll receive structured sales training, work alongside experienced mentors and build relationships with customers across industries including:
- Aerospace
- Formula 1
- Pharmaceuticals
- Engineering
- Renewable energy
This is more than just a graduate job—it's the first step towards a long-term career in commercial sales and leadership.
What You'll Receive
- £28,000 starting salary (with regular increases upon hitting targets)
- Uncapped bonus
- Guaranteed salary review after successfully completing probation
- Structured 6-month Sales Academy
- Ongoing coaching and mentoring from experienced sales professionals
- 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
- Company pension
- All business travel expenses paid
- Regular company social events
- Clear career progression with promotion based on performance
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About the Role
As a Graduate Sales Executive, you'll develop and expand your own customer portfolio across the North East, supporting manufacturers in sourcing specialist metal products for the UK's most demanding industries.
What You’ll Do:
- Identify new business opportunities and engage potential customers
- Build and nurture relationships via phone, email, LinkedIn, and customer visits
- Understand customer needs and recommend suitable products
- Prepare quotations and negotiate commercial agreements
- Manage and grow your own customer portfolio
- Maintain an organised sales pipeline using our CRM system
- Work towards achievable sales and activity targets with ongoing support
Full Sales Training Provided
No prior sales experience necessary. You'll receive:
- Business development and prospecting techniques
- Consultative selling strategies
- Customer relationship management best practices
- Commercial negotiation skills
- Pipeline management
- Product and industry knowledge tailored to specialist metals
- Continuous sales coaching and mentoring
What We’re Looking For
We prioritise attitude and potential over experience. Ideal candidates will have:
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- A degree in any discipline (or equivalent commercial experience)
- Exceptional communication skills
- Confidence in engaging with new contacts
- A highly motivated and ambitious mindset
- Strong time management and attention to detail
- A genuine ambition to build a long-term career in sales
- A full UK driving licence
Career Progression
At this company, they promote from within. Successful Graduate Sales Executives can progress through this structured career pathway:
- Graduate Sales Executive
- Senior Sales Executive
- Team Leader
- Sales Manager
- Service Centre Manager
Many senior leaders originally started as graduates and worked their way up by consistently delivering strong results.
Apply Today
If you're seeking a graduate opportunity that offers:
✅ Structured training ✅ Real career advancement ✅ Opportunities to earn well as you grow in the role
Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career in professional B2B sales.
About MIRABLE: MIRABLE is dedicated to supporting graduate careers by placing applicants into promising roles nationwide, alongside unparalleled training from their award-winning in-house trainers.
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