Energy Sales Consultant Gateshead, England
Job description
At NGP, we’re proud to be the largest energy consultancy in Europe, managing business energy portfolios for over 30,000 clients. Our team of experts guides businesses of all sizes, from SMEs to global organisations, in purchasing their energy contracts with ease and efficiency.
Join our global family, with modern and vibrant offices in the UK, France, Malta, India, and Italy. Be part of a team that's leading the way in energy consultancy and helping businesses make informed decisions about their energy consumption.
Hi, we're Northern Gas and Power!
At NGP, we’re proud to be the largest energy consultancy in Europe, managing business energy portfolios for over 30,000 clients. Our team of experts guides businesses of all sizes, from SMEs to global organisations, in purchasing their energy contracts with ease and efficiency.
Join our global family, with modern and vibrant offices in the UK, France, Malta, India, and Italy. Be part of a team that's leading the way in energy consultancy and helping businesses make informed decisions about their energy consumption.
The opportunity
The energy market changes daily meaning that every day is a new day, following from the 2022 energy crisis, businesses need expertise now more than ever so we’[re looking or reliable, determined individuals to support customers and educate them of supply & demand and assist their future renewals. If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role in the energy industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
We’re looking for a self-starter with a winning attitude, who is driven, motivated and consistently meets targets. You’ll have a passion for finding new business and building relationships with your clients and have the strategic discipline to grow your portfolio through proactive customer engagement.
What exactly will you do?
As an Energy Sales Consultant, you’ll engage various activities such as:
- Cold calling potential clients and explaining the benefits of using NGP’s services and solutions – we want someone who isn’t afraid to pick up the phone. This is a B2B role (Business to Business)
- Question their current procurement strategy. Determine the customer’s current purchasing strategy and find ways to improve it.
- Tender preparations and supplier negotiations. Once you’ve generated the lead, you will work effectively with your closer who will be required to prepare tenders to our panel of 87 international energy suppliers and negotiate the best procurement contract for your clients.
- Manage client relationships. Once you have started to build your client portfolio, you will act as their single point of contact – managing their accounts and monitoring your pipeline for renewal or further business opportunities.
You will receive a thorough onboarding process, where we will give you full industry and sales training – everything you need to onboard your first client. After this, you’ll be equipped to develop and manage your own client portfolio, enjoying a great deal of independence in organising your time and work schedule.
What we’re looking for
- Proven sales experience (B2B, B2C, F2F, D2D or similar)
- Energy sector experience (Not essential; full training provided)
- Excellent telephone manner and communication skills – professional and articulate
- Ability to work under pressure when needed and achieve sales targets
- Ability to manage your own workload and pipeline
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, self-directed, professional environment
- Driven character, enthusiastic and passionate
- Self-motivated, with a drive and passion for success
What’s in it for you?
- Industry-leading compensation package: Negotiable base salary (£25,000 – £40,000 DoE) + uncapped commission with an OTE of £100,000+
- Rapidly growing user base: Work directly with some of the UK’s largest, fastest growing, and most innovative companies
- Learn from industry-leading experts: We have cultivated some of best talent in the industry, allowing you to supercharge your career progression and learn from the best minds out there
- Work-life balance: No late finishes, keep your plans with friends and family
- Career growth: We enjoy promoting from within!
- Unrivalled perks (including but not limited to):
- 23 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Full month of December off (fully paid)
- Wellbeing, gym and spa discounts
- Company getaways and retreats abroad
- Festival and Event tickets (such as Silverstone, Wimbledon, Tomorrowland, Lost & Found, Champions League and more!)
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £25,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company events
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Supplemental pay types:
- Commission pay
Work Location: One location
