Sales Executive

Sales Executive required in Runcorn £35,000 - 42,000 Per annum

Our client, one of the UK’s leading names in their industry, are looking for a Sales Executive to join their team at their site in Runcorn.

As a member of the team, you’ll be responsible for generating new business leads and sales appointments on a day-to-day basis.

• Identifying new business opportunities, including new markets, new clients
• Candidates should be able to travel throughout UK & Europe when required
• This is an office-based role, with regular visits nationwide dependent on customer/business requirements and attending several exhibitions throughout the year.
• Building relationships with new clients, gauging their needs and developing proposals to address these needs
• An Accomplished Business Development Manager with a proven track record of sales success, preferably within the Stationery Sector.
• Effective time management, ability to work independently without supervision
• Responsible for P&L and forecasting, achievement of pre-agreed sales targets.
• Implementing joint marketing activities to generate further business.
• Complete and maintain accurate records and report status of each appointment, pipeline, and daily activity

• Strong account management skills.
• Comfortable with overseeing a full portfolio of high-profile, blue-chip accounts
• Strong commercial and analytical skills, providing activity reports for regular discussion.
• Good general IT skills and experience of CRM Systems
• Solid account management skills. First rate negotiator and communicator
• Well versed in dealing with a variety of channels
• A passion for developing accounts together with building solid professional relationships. Defending and growing existing sales, distributions and profitability.
• Ability to understand the economics of promotions, marketing and social media to develop the business.
• To liaise with colleagues including Sales and Marketing, Admin, and Warehousing Staff, ensuring information is communicated clearly and punctually whilst having the ability to work autonomously.

This is a permanent position.

1. 30am -5pm Monday to Thursday.
2. 30am - 3.00pm Fridays.

The salary £35,000 - 42,000 Per annum depending on experience.

Benefits include: Competitive Salary and job-related benefits

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