Previous industry experience
Before starting at Crown Oil, I worked in the recruitment industry, as well as in telesales briefly after graduating from Manchester Metropolitan University.
Current position and length of service
I first joined Crown Oil as a Sales Executive, but I now look after a fleet of over 30 hire tanks and managing small-scale environmental projects and am also responsible for fuel tank sales. I have been given a lot of responsibility and trust in my 7 years with the business. Although the role is hard and challenging, I am supported very well by the management team.
What’s it like to work at Crown Oil?
Brilliant. Fun. Challenging. Supportive. Work hard, play hard.
I’ve worked at Crown Oil for 7 years, and on a personal level I have always felt supported by everyone at the business. There is a genuine care for people and a want to see you progress and become the best you can be. Crown Oil is infamous for the nights out and events, with a focus on celebrating everyone’s hard work. We have been very fortunate to be taken to the races every year, with a fantastic annual dinner. I am truly happy here.
How have you developed both professionally and personally during your period of employment?
As touched upon already, I have been given a lot of trust and responsibility since I started at Crown Oil and have been given the help and support when needed to develop my abilities. I have a lot more knowledge in the industry and have been given time to learn. Plus, I’ve been fortunate enough to be invited to attend numerous training courses to develop my professional skills – I am now OFTEC registered for example.
In your experience, what does it take both professionally and personally to be successful at Crown Oil?
I think Crown Oil looks for ‘good’ people and I don’t mean the best salesperson; I mean genuinely good people that have a good heart and are willing to put the effort in to gain the rewards. If you put the work in, Crown Oil will always look after you.
You must be a people person, great communicator and a team player, that doesn’t take yourself too seriously. But overall, you need to care.
Previous industry experience
I worked in the Payroll & HR Industry supplying packages to a variety of different businesses.
Current position and length of service
Sales Executive – 4 ½ years (and counting).
What’s it like to work at Crown Oil?
There is a proper family feel to working at Crown Oil. They are an extremely welcoming group of people to work for and alongside, with a great office environment with a lot of laughing.
What does a typical day look like?
Working towards KPI targets, contacting new and existing customers, building rapport and good customer relationships. The company systems are nice and easy to navigate around for anyone who is computer literate.
How have you developed both professionally and personally during your period of employment?
From my previous role which wasn’t 100% sales, I have now gained a lot of experience in the full sales cycle, understanding the different complexities that can affect a delivery/customer account etc. I’ve learnt how to take the rough with the smooth a bit more and that not everything is going to come easy in a busy sales life.
In your experience, what does it take both professionally and personally to be successful at Crown Oil?
Not taking yourself too seriously and learning that not all prospects will come to you first time. If you work hard, show willingness to learn and take onboard advice you get from other colleagues and management then you will grow your account base and have a successful career here!
Tips & advice for any potential candidate looking at a career with Crown Oil
Be confident within your own ability as a salesperson or whichever job you’re aspiring to get. The harder the work you the more you will get out.
Previous industry experience
Business Development Manager for a sign language interpretation company.
Current position and length of service
Business Development Manager for over 5 years.
What’s it like to work at Crown Oil?
Crown Oil has always been good to me. There is a great work environment and family like atmosphere. They also do the best company events.
What does a typical day look like?
Prospecting new customers and account management. Some of my customers have been with me for over 5 years so I have a strong relationship with them.
How have you developed both professionally and personally during your period of employment?
To adapt with many different characters in a vibrant sales office and understanding different types of salespeople.
In your experience, what does it take both professionally and personally to be successful at Crown Oil?
You get what you put in! The more you put in, the more you will get out and reap the rewards! Crown Oil has opened so many doors for me personally and professionally and I am now part of the furniture.
Tips & advice for any potential candidate looking at a career with Crown Oil
Be yourself, be outgoing and have aspirations!
Previous industry experience
Before starting at Crown Oil, I worked in a call centre at O2 for 11 years. However, I wanted a new challenge and had a few friends that worked at Crown Oil so decided to take the plunge. I currently work as an account manager/sales representative.
What’s it like to work at Crown Oil?
I’ve worked at Crown Oil for just over 9 years, the staff, the culture and the working environment are what makes the job so enjoyable. I had not done sales as such when I first started at the business, so I was a little apprehensive. However, the support from colleagues and management helped me grow and gain my confidence, which in turn has contributed to my success within the company!
As well as my normal job, I also take part in various other roles at Crown Oil and work alongside a group of colleagues on the Charity Committee. This involves a lot of charity and volunteering work within the local community. Crown Oil is very big on community spirit and it’s extremely rewarding to work for a company that gives so much back to local causes and businesses.
In your experience, what does it take both professionally and personally to be successful at Crown Oil?
To work at Crown Oil, you need to have an outgoing, bubbly personality and be able to use your own initiative to overcome obstacles, as well as being able to work well within a team.
Tips & advice for any potential candidate looking at a career with Crown Oil
If you’re thinking of applying for a job at Crown Oil, I would say go for it! Not only is it a great place to work, the targets are achievable and rewarding. It’s not just a place to work, it’s a ‘Work Family’.
In addition to this, we also have various workplace paid events throughout the year – who doesn’t like a good old knee up with their colleagues!
Previous industry experience
Before starting at Crown Oil, I worked in the recruitment industry.
Current position and length of service
I’ve worked at Crown Oil for 5 years and currently work as a Business Development Manager.
What’s it like to work at Crown Oil?
The culture at Crown Oil is brilliant and there is a great working environment. At my previous role I was very much micro-managed, however here they have let me work with autonomy, letting me independently build my own account base. The office is very friendly, fun, and everyone is always there to offer a helping hand.
What does a typical day look like?
A typical day for me is managing my own account base, speaking to customers, keeping lasting relationships strong and chasing new business to keep growing my base. I communicate with my team and sales managers every day to ensure everything is done promptly and efficiently.
How have you developed both professionally and personally during your period of employment?
Professionally, I feel working in the role has helped me grow from a skillset point of view, gaining more confidence on the phone and improving my customer management. Personally, working at Crown Oil has improved my work/life balance, with me living local, I have been able to go home on lunches when needed, get home sooner after my shift, and have even been able to swap shifts when needed, which has been a huge help.
In your experience, what does it take both professionally and personally to be successful at Crown Oil?
To be successful at Crown Oil, all it takes is to work hard, be personable with your customers, and let them know you will do all it takes to get them their order. Building trust with customers is massive in this job, if you can get that, you’re onto a winner. Also, if you are willing to help others at the business, you will get a lot back.
Tips & advice for any potential candidate looking at a career with Crown Oil
Definitely take up a career here, it’s a great place to work with great people, very good earning potential, and the chance to enjoy going to work every day.
Previous industry experience
Before starting at Crown Oil Environmental, I worked in construction recruitment for 10 years.
Current position and length of service
I currently work as a fuel solutions consultant and have been with the business for 18 months.
What’s it like to work at Crown Oil Environmental?
Without question, Crown Oil Environmental is the best place I’ve worked. Working hard, increasing my opportunities month on month while laughing and joking 9 to 5 which is refreshing in a sales environment.
What does a typical day look like?
A typical day for myself would be catching up with customers that I haven’t spoken to in a while. Then I usually have a few quotes to write and Microsoft Teams calls to arrange with clients that are ready to place an order or that just need some extra guidance before they proceed. My favourite part of my role is going out to sites to meet new and old clients face-to-face.
How have you developed both professionally and personally during your period of employment?
I thought after 10 years in sales I couldn’t be taught anything else but with the guidance and advice from my manager and director, I’m making waves in an industry that only 18 months ago I didn’t know existed. I think personally working here has made me connect with so many people that I probably wouldn’t have met normally. Crown Oil Environmental has a great mixture of people from all walks of life from various backgrounds and age groups.
In your experience, what does it take both professionally and personally to be successful at Crown Oil?
It’s probably a bit of a cliché but the old saying ‘work hard, play hard’ really does suit the culture here.
Tips & advice for any potential candidate looking at a career with Crown Oil Environmental
Listen to the people that have been here since the start to learn and grow – and don’t take yourself too seriously. We are at work more than we are at home so we may as well enjoy it!
Previous industry experience
Before joining Crown Oil, I worked in a fast-paced call centre environment at Vodafone for 10+ years.
Current position and length of service
Domestic Account Manager for 3 years.
What’s it like to work at Crown Oil?
A fantastic, friendly environment, and a great place to work. The support you get right from the offset in training is brilliant. From management to the colleagues on the sales floor, the support and guidance is there to help you be the best you can be within the business.
What does a typical day look like?
A day for me as a domestic account manager usually begins dealing with website enquiries and fulfilling any requests and orders. I handle the inbound domestic property customers and agriculture customers, ensuring they have the products they need in time for the scale they want it for.
How have you developed both professionally and personally during your period of employment?
Every person you work with here at Crown Oil has a unique skill set, so through listening and working closely with the sales staff I have picked up so much!
Coming from a totally different sales environment to this has really opened my eyes to what sales account management is. I feel my time here at Crown Oil has allowed me to expand my skillset and that has help me not only in my position but in my home life also.
In your experience, what does it take both professionally and personally to be successful at Crown Oil?
Listen! Take in as much information as possible through training and on the sales floor. There is a lot to learn and understand in this niche industry. If you get stuck in, it can be an extremely rewarding job. Being sales focused with a sense of humour is key.
Tips & advice for any potential candidate looking at a career with Crown Oil
Put the effort in! It’s the old saying but it’s true “the more you put in the more you get out!” If you’re the sales career type I would say this is the place to work! I love it.