Sales Executive

Our client is a highly respected and innovative company based in Towcester. They are one of the top ten largest companies within their industry sector. Due to impressive growth, they are now looking to acquire the services of a highly driven and communicative Sales Executive to work in their team. This is a rare opportunity, with significant rewards and recognition. Main responsibilities: To establish, build and maintain relationships with key decision makers by promoting and selling a range of new and existing products, to help contribute towards company and own individual or team targets Develop existing key accounts to maximise product shelf space, check stock levels and to ensure clients are aware of promotions and new developments Negotiate prices with key decision makers to ensure profitability margins are maintained Provide a monthly report to the line manager regarding sales activity, results, opportunities, risks and feedback from the market Responsible for processing orders, responding to customer requests for product or technical support and maintaining accurate records on company systems/CRM Responsible for day to day wholesaler contact for 2 UK wholesalers, duties to include, sales order processing, invoicing, order acknowledgement and providing weekly back-order reports. Act as back-up for customer services, dealing with inbound telephone enquiries relating to the business's products and services Create and develop an effective outbound call plan to existing and new clients with the aim of speaking to 20 decision makers per day Undertake regular product training to ensure a good level of product knowledge of both the business's and competitor products Actively participate in sales meetings and product launch meetings to maintain a high level of technical expertise, including supply chain meetings as required, to keep up to date with current topics and processes. Key Skills & Experience: Clear and confident communicator via telephone, email and online video conferencing Proven history of meeting and exceeding targets & KPI's Good understanding of Microsoft products especially Excel Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to close sales effectively Good level of Maths Confident in presenting products to clients Passion for animals is desirable Additional Information: As well as a competitive salary, the role also includes a fantastic annual bonus as well as a profit related bonus paid in February of each year. On top of the excellent bonus scheme, you will also receive various generous incentives throughout the year. You may also be required to occasionally undertake field visits with Territory Managers to gain a broader knowledge and understanding of the function of field sales team and further build relationships and experience within the industry If you would like to apply for this opportunity, please submit an up-to-date CV including details about your current or most recent salary and your availability/notice period. You can also call Ellie Freshwater on for a discreet and confidential discussion about the role.