The position has been created following the successful winning of a significant new contract, making this an exciting time to join a growing business with an established international customer base and operations across multiple countries.
This is an office-based role working closely with the UK Sales Manager, with full mentoring and support provided. The successful candidate will initially provide a combination of internal sales and administrative support, developing into a position where they will have responsibility for their own portfolio of customers.
The Role
The role will involve a mixture of customer contact, sales administration and business development. Initially, the focus will be on building relationships, supporting the wider sales team and bringing opportunities through to the business.
Key responsibilities will include:
Contacting existing and prospective customers by telephone to discuss requirements, parts and products
Following up enquiries and identifying opportunities for further business
Booking meetings and appointments for the Sales Manager
Re-engaging with lapsed customers and developing new business opportunities
Supporting the Sales Manager with bringing new jobs and enquiries into the business
Providing general sales and administrative support
Producing and updating stock reports
Maintaining accurate customer and sales information
Liaising with internal teams to ensure customer requirements are progressed efficiently
Developing strong relationships with customers across the UK and internationally
Working closely with the UK Sales Manager and learning the products, customers and sales process
Progressing towards managing and developing an own customer base
About You
The company is open to considering candidates from a range of backgrounds. Previous internal sales experience would be advantageous, but personality, communication skills and the desire to develop a career in sales are equally important.
You will ideally be:
Confident and comfortable speaking to customers over the telephone
Commercially minded with a genuine interest in sales
Organised and able to manage multiple enquiries and priorities
Professional and confident when dealing with customers
Proactive, enthusiastic and keen to learn
Comfortable working in a fully office-based environment
Someone who enjoys building relationships and developing new business
A strong team player who is happy to learn from an experienced Sales Manager
What's on Offer?
£30,000+ salary depending on experience
Commission scheme
Fully office based in Batley
Early finish on Fridays
Full mentoring and training from the UK Sales Manager
Opportunity to develop into managing your own customer portfolio
Stable and established manufacturing business
Excellent opportunity for progression
International customer base and exposure to a global business
A newly created opportunity following significant business growthHuntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.
We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.
PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK
Salary description
£28000.00 - £30000.00 per year