Sales Executive

Sales Executive (Manufacturing)

Bedford

£40,000 per annum + (Depending on industry exp.) + Bonus

Permanent position

Are you an experienced and motivated B2B Sales Executive, looking for a new role challenge in the manufacturing sector? If so, we currently have a permanent position available for a well-respected and successful company in Bedford.

This role involves growing existing accounts and developing new business, with an emphasis on proactively identifying sales opportunities. We are looking for a candidate who has experience of business to business (B2B) sales in a manufacturing environment and a drive to engage with prospective customers.

Responsibilities required include:

* Proactively participate in outbound sales activity, including targeted cold calls and customer visits

* Identify opportunities to generate new business and put strategies in place to achieve success

* Manage a portfolio of key customer accounts, maintaining strong relationships and regular contact

* Achieve set gross profit targets for managed accounts, new business and other business

* Deal with incoming enquiries and third-party stock sourcing where necessary

* Provide regular feedback on sales performance and market/customer trends

* Working mainly office-based but sometimes visiting key customers or important prospects, when required

* Ensure in-depth knowledge of our entire product range and competition

* Develop a thorough understanding of customer requirements on a business and technical level

Experience required for the Sales Executive include:

* Previous experience of B2B sales within the manufacturing, engineering or material stock-holding sector/s

* Ability to learn technical product details quickly and effectively

* Demonstrate evidence of previous key account management

* Excellent communication and customer service skills

* The ability to think strategically and proactively identify new opportunities

* A proven record of success in developing new business

* Clear alignment with our company values of responsiveness, reliability and respect

* Driving licence is preferable

If this opportunity is of interest to you, please apply with your up to date CV today