Sales Executive

***This role will be a temp to perm contract, so only apply if you can start immediately***

We are currently working on behalf of a very well-established company who offer the supply and hire of safety equipment within the construction industry. They require an experienced Sales Executive to join their growing team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to join our fast paced and diverse team. If you love interacting with people, learning, and sharing your knowledge with others, then joining this company offers a wealth of experience, with the support of a creative and friendly atmosphere.

Sales Executive Responsibilities:

• Processing Sales Orders for the Sales Team.
• Raising Quotes.
• Updating delivery dates and raising order confirmations.
• Ensuring that goods are delivered on time.
• Liaise with customers regarding delays due to manufacture/stock.
• Pro-actively addressing any queries before they become an issue
• Advising customers of equipment due for service (via email, telephone & letter).
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
• Provide on-the-ground support for sales associates as they generate leads
• Maintain data relative to partners, accounts and activities and document customer interactions.
• Handling incoming calls and queries from customers, emphasizing quality of the call and courtesy to the customer.

Sales Executive Requirements:

• Sales or Contact Centre experience essential.
• Not shy in picking up the phone and speaking to customers.
• An excellent eye for detail, with good written communication skills, spelling, grammar & punctuation.
• Great listening skills.
• Positive and helpful attitude.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday, in addition to bank holidays.
• Great career progression.
• On-going staff training.

Office Hours:

Monday to Thursday 8am - 5pm (1 hour lunch), Friday 8am - 4.30pm (30 minute lunch)