Senior Sales Consultant

Venture Recruitment LTD ,
Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater Manchester
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £30,000 per annum

Overview

Senior Sales Consultant £40,000 basic, OTE £50,000 - £55,000 per annum Our client specialises in retail software for independent retailers and has an exciting opportunity for an experienced sales person with B2B Software Solution Sales Experience. This position is well suited to a smart and conscientious individual that is looking to advance their career within a thriving and ambitious company. An interest in the Outdoors, Cycling, Equine or Fashion Industries would be beneficial. As part of our sales team, you will focus on building rapport with prospects, presenting our solutions and winning deals. You’ll work closely with the marketing department, taking leads through to closure and achieving agreed targets. This exciting position offers a fantastic opportunity to help take the business to the next level. Key Responsibilities: New client acquisition Sell POS & Ecommerce software licenses Meet and exceed sales targets for new licenses Taking new enquiries Self-Prospecting / generating your own opportunities Fact finding and identifying the needs of new prospects Identifying key requirements / objectives Presenting solutions to meet prospect requirements & objectives Writing Proposals Completing Follow up Closing deals Essential: 5 years sales experience in B2B software solution sales Proven success in B2B software solution sales for meeting and exceeding targets Prospecting skills Good communicator Proven ability to qualify prospects through questioning Closing skills Presentation / Demo Skills Ability to develop software product knowledge Motivation for sales Strong communication skills including negotiation skills (both verbal and written) Excellent networking and relationship management skills Prior knowledge of retail business concepts (or academic ability to rapidly develop knowledge) GCSE or equivalent education in Maths and English A sound grasp of ICT skills such as using MS Office Full Clean Driving License Beneficial: Industry knowledge of Fashion, Outdoor, Equestrian or Cycle Industries A keen interest in one or some of the following: Cycling, walking, climbing, horse riding, water-sports or similar Previous retail experience, especially in the sectors we work with Previous experience using Microsoft CRM Our client is a dynamic and ambitious company. For the last two decades they have been working closely with independent retailers, developing industry-leading retail solutions to support their success. If you or anyone you know may be interested in this opportunity, please apply to discuss in more detail.