JOB NEWS: Eaton is hiring a Remote Sales Executive in Newcastle upon Tyne on a full-time basis.

Eaton is looking for a motivated and commercially minded Remote Sales Executive to join its UK Channel Sales Team. The successful candidate will help grow sales across the commercial buildings sector, develop customer relationships and identify new business opportunities across the North East and wider region.

Job Title: Remote Sales Executive – Distribution
Employer: Eaton
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, with regional travel
Salary: Competitive compensation package (see vacancy details)
Working Pattern: Remote and field-based, with approximately 25% regional travel
Contract: See vacancy details

About the Role

The successful candidate will develop a sustainable sales pipeline for Eaton’s electrical distribution products, power quality solutions and building safety equipment. The role combines remote customer engagement, field sales and collaboration with internal sales and marketing teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive sales growth and increase market share.
• Develop and execute strategic account sales plans.
• Build relationships with distributors, branch managers, buyers and contractors.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities.
• Follow up on leads and improve sales conversion rates.
• Maintain accurate customer and sales information using Salesforce CRM.
• Identify opportunities to cross-sell Eaton products.
• Monitor market trends, customer demand and competitor activity.
• Collaborate with sales colleagues, business units and marketing teams.
• Use sales data to identify opportunities and recommend improvements.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a similar sales role.
• Electrical sector experience is advantageous.
• Remote and field sales experience would be beneficial.
• Knowledge of electrical components, power management products or wholesale distribution is an advantage.
• Strong communication, relationship-building and negotiation skills.
• Excellent planning, organisation and IT skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Energetic, resilient and customer-focused approach.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Ongoing training and development through Eaton University.
• Career progression and internal promotion opportunities.
• Collaborative working environment.
• Employee wellbeing and health and safety support.
• Opportunity to contribute to innovative power management technologies.

How to Apply

Interested applicants can search for the Remote Sales Executive – Distribution vacancy at Eaton through the company’s recruitment channels.

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