Sales Executive

Cloud 9 are working with one of the great leaders in corrugated packaging who are looking to appoint a Sales Executive for the South UK.  In this role you will be responsible for identifying and bringing in new business opportunities whilst also managing a portfolio of existing accounts.  Take a peak at the job brief below for more information:

The Role

Create agreed sales strategies to optimise on growth and customer experience.

Source and gain new business opportunities, expectations are circa £200kpa.

Identify new customer opportunities through research of new markets and trends.

Provide activities reports of competitors and customers.

Monitor existing accounts ensuring sales and new business targets are achieved.  Current turnover of existing business is circa £1million pa.

Develop strong relationships with prospective new business.

Develop a good understanding of all company packaging solutions and extensive product range in order to best understand customer requirements and promote company products and services.

Be proactive in promoting and marketing.

Work closely with and provide support to all relative departments enabling smooth running of the sales process.

The Person

We are keen to speak with people who ideally have experience of selling packaging solutions.  You must have a background of solutions selling techniques and be of a ‘hunter’ type of salesperson being able to demonstrate high success in this area. 

Experience in a customer-facing role or have a degree level education.

Commercially astute.

Technically minded.

Problem-solver.

Strong analytical skills.

Excellent communication skills.

Confident presentation skills.

Excellent computer skills.

Innovative and solution orientated.

Target driven and self-motivated.

Remuneration

You will receive a salary of up to £55k DOE, company car, bonus and 25 days holiday.

Why Apply?

This is a rare opportunity to join a true market leader who can support you in the further development of your career.  You will receive comprehensive training in both product and role specific areas.  Our client places strong values of employee wellness and are an extremely supportive employer in helping you achieve your career goals.

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