Exciting Opportunity: Sales Executive at Coruba

We are looking for an organised and customer-focused Sales Executive to join our busy sales team at Coruba.

The successful candidate will play a key role in maximising business opportunities, managing existing customer relationships, and providing tailored rubber and plastics product solutions. You will also be responsible for processing orders and working closely with internal departments to ensure a high level of customer service at every stage.

 

Position Details

Position: Sales Executive

Industry: Rubber and Plastics

Type: Full-time

Salary: £26,000 – £30,000 per year

Location: Rochford SS4 1ND

 

Coruba is a well-established supplier within the rubber and plastics industry, recognised for quality, reliability, and customer service. With a strong presence across the UK and Europe, we are continuing to grow and are looking to strengthen our sales team.

 

Key Responsiblities

In this Sales Executive role at Coruba, you will be responsible for:

  • Handling incoming customer enquiries via telephone and email
  • Converting enquiries into confirmed orders through effective communication and follow-up
  • Processing sales orders accurately before submission
  • Liaising with production, purchasing, and dispatch teams to meet customer requirements
  • Monitoring order progress and providing timely updates to customers
  • Maintaining accurate customer records and sales documentation
  • Supporting existing customer accounts and maintaining strong working relationships with customers
  • Resolving customer issues, queries, or delivery-related concerns
  • Managing the full sales process from enquiry through to quotation and order completion
  • Understanding customer requirements and providing tailored rubber product solutions to meet their needs
  • Identifying opportunities for further sales within existing accounts
  • Following up outstanding quotations to encourage feedback and conversion

 

Skills & Experience Required

Essential:

  • Previous experience in a sales, customer service, admin, or office-based role
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Excellent telephone and written communication skills
  • Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks
  • Confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Sage 50
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Professional, customer-focused approach

Desirable:

  • Experience within manufacturing, engineering or industrial supply environments
  • Experience preparing quotations and processing sales orders
  • Familiarity with technical or specification-based products

Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate will be:

  • Reliable, organised, and methodical
  • Friendly and approachable with both customers and colleagues
  • A strong communicator who enjoys building relationships
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
  • Proactive in identifying issues and finding solutions
  • Keen to learn about Coruba’s products, services, and processes

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • On-site parking

 

How to Apply

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role with Coruba, we would love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role to: Nigel.Wickersham@coruba.co.uk.