Sales Executive / Account Manager

Location
Gillingham, Kent
Salary
Dependent On Experience
Posted
30 Mar 2017
Closes
24 Apr 2017
Ref
SR52916746010a5
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

Our client is a multi-award British company taking the world by storm with their market-leading eco-friendly household cleaning and laundry products. 

The Opportunity:
 
The role is a unique sales position where you will work closely with the Head of Retail to help take their retail business to the next level. They are growing fast so are looking to increase the team with a talented individual who will be responsible for managing a number of key accounts in the UK and Internationally as well as looking for new business opportunities. 

Ideally you would have had some sales experience or have a desire to have a career in sales.

Main tasks and responsibilities: 
 
• Building relationships with all key accounts and to increase existing business 
• Prepare sales presentations & present to buyers 
• Actively look for new business opportunities 
• Maintain a high standard of service, with timely follow-up of all discussions 
• Ensure line manager is debriefed regularly and is up-to-date 
• Researching market sectors, gathering market intelligence 
• Regularly store check
• Remain aware of competitor products, performance, support and offers
• Feedback market developments & points of interest to team
• Account administration
• Update all reports and forecasting documents with the required frequency
• Attend trade-shows 

They are looking for someone with drive, enthusiasm and the desire to work hard to get the job done. 

Specifically, you will be/have:

• Organized and efficient with a confident manner
• Strong presentation skills
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Exceptional computer literacy with knowledge of the Windows especially Word, Excel & PowerPoint
• Excellent inter-personal skills with a confident telephone manner
• Ability to work both as part of a team and on your own initiative
• Have a full driving licence and car as you will need to travel

Sales Executive / Account Manager
Reporting to: Head of Retail 
Hours: Full time
Salary: Dependent on experience + Commission + Bonus

Please apply online for this Sales Executive / Account Manager role with your CV and covering letter.
 
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