Are you a driven, confident communicator with a passion for sales?
At SUEZ, we act for what truly matters — for the environment, for society, and for the future. This is the place for people who want to make a real impact, not just watch from the sidelines. Join us and help drive positive change through innovative solutions that build a more resilient and sustainable world.
About the Role
* £28,673 basic salary + Commission + Benefits
* Based at Exeter - fully office based
* Full Time / Permanent role - Monday to Friday
* 20 holiday allowance + bank holidays.
What will I be doing?
As part of our dedicated National Tele Sales Team, you’ll be responsible for securing new business for SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK. Your key responsibilities will include:
* Making outbound cold calls to businesses to promote and sell our waste management services.
* Generating and qualifying new business leads.
* Building strong customer relationships and closing sales over the phone.
* Working towards daily, weekly, and monthly KPIs and sales targets.
* Using CRM systems to manage your sales pipeline and follow-up activity.
What are the requirements?
* 1+ year of outbound sales or telesales experience, ideally in B2B or B2C. (Experience in the waste industry isn’t essential — full training will be provided.)
* A confident communicator with a strong sales mindset.
* Resilient, motivated, and target-driven.
* Ability to handle rejection and maintain a positive attitude.
* Comfortable making high volumes of cold calls each day.
* Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
* Proven track record in Sales and good IT literacy.
* A true team player who enjoys working collaboratively with fellow Tele Sales Executives and brings creativity and energy to the role.
Who we are
At SUEZ, your career is a journey full of possibilities. With diverse roles across multiple activities and locations, we empower you to shape your own path. Here, you’re encouraged to learn, grow, and take ownership of your development — because when you thrive, we all succeed.
At SUEZ, respect is at the heart of everything we do — for each other, for our customers, and for the communities we serve. We foster inclusive, caring environments where diversity, wellbeing, safety, and solidarity are more than values — they’re everyday realities. These principles shape how we work together, every day. We’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued and included. If you’re excited about this opportunity but don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. Your unique experience, perspective, and potential could be exactly what we’re looking for. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and growth — including competitive pay, pension plans, health and wellbeing programs, learning opportunities, and career development. Everything you need to thrive, both professionally and personally. Join us in transforming today’s environmental challenges into tomorrow’s innovative water and waste solutions.
At SUEZ, your work truly matters — driving action and shaping a more resilient, sustainable future.
Meet your recruiter:
Gary Shimmin
A seasoned Resourcing Business Partner with over 10 years’ experience in end-to-end recruitment, currently leading regional talent acquisition strategies at SUEZ UK. I have a proven track record in sourcing and securing top talent across technical, engineering, and operational functions, supporting business growth and workforce planning.
Adept in stakeholder engagement, employer branding, and delivering an exceptional candidate experience, I hold a CIPD Level 3 qualification in Human Resource Management.
In my leisure time I serve as a freelance List 4 British Dressage Judge, applying precision and professionalism beyond the corporate sphere
Salary description
£28673.00 - £28673.00 per year