Job Description

We are recruiting for an Sales Executive based at our HQ in Bidford on Avon for our wholesale/e-commerce business.

This is an exciting new role within the business and will require someone who can set up and really establish the sales process within the business.

The ideal candidate will possess strong sales skills, fantastic interpersonal skills, excellent communication skills and the ability to use initiative and be adaptable. This role requires a proactive individual who can manage various tasks.

The Role of Sales Executive:

Growing and increasing sales in the business across the UK. Continually identifying and developing new and existing business accounts. Developing strong customer relationships to maximise the full potential of all accounts. Forecasting and upselling, be it on the phone or face to face. Working as part of a small team to achieve high standards of business excellence. Attending Trade Shows in a professional capacity An interest in Fair Trade

Essential Sales Executive Skills:

Cold calling on the telephone - willingness and tenacity. The ability to approach companies direct, understanding how to spot a suitable target company. Able to demonstrate sample products confidently face to face to potential clients The ability to build and sustain professional relationships. The ability to independently plan, organise and work to tight deadlines.

Desirable Sales Executive Skills:

Punctual, reliable and able to demonstrate effective time management. Career focused, hardworking and ambitious. Strong telephone skills. Positive, ambitious and driven with excellent listening/communication skills. Experience of the wholesale industry would be advantageous but not essential. Flexible and adaptable in support of the business is a must. We are a small team and have to support each other in our targets.

About Us:

With over 25 years' experience in the Fair Trade giftware wholesale industry, we are a family run business with a small but effective team. We currently work within several sectors of the giftware retail sectors including theme parks, zoo's and garden centres. With a renewed strategy for growth, there has never been a better time to get on board.

What's in it for you?

Competitive salary 20 days holiday per annum (full time employees) plus Bank Holidays Monday-Friday - Early finish on Friday's Reporting directly to the Directors of the business Brilliant opportunities to take on more responsibility and long-term career prospects As we grow you grow!
If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

No Agencies Please.

Schedule:

Monday to Thursday - 8am -4.30pm Friday - 8am - 2pm Weekend availability (For trade shows only)
Supplemental pay types:

Yearly bonus - based on company targets
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 28,000.00-35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount On-site parking
Education:

A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

B2B sales: 2 years (required) Management: 1 year (preferred) Customer service: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person