Sales Coordinator

We are pleased to be working with a world-leader in their industry sector, an organisation that has deep roots, experience and a very large market-share of a growing global industry. Due to continued success, they are looking for a Sales Co-ordinator (Sales & Account Manager) to assist in their growth THE ROLE:
To develop and increase sales within your region by analysing your area performance and formulating sales action plans to ensure you achieve and exceed your targets.
Own the sales goals & targets along with the KPI's for your area.
Escalate relevant customer issues to the Regional Sales Manager when required, to assure high level of reactivity and problem resolution.
Grow and maintain effective relationships with key customers.
Maintain contact with existing customers, monitor trading levels and maximise opportunities for additional business.
Prepare quotes in line with the agreed pricing strategy and re-negotiate terms where appropriate.
Maintain customer database, pricing and customer case history up to date.
Work collaboratively with customers, suppliers and operations to achieve sustainable key account relationships and sales growth.
Monitor and work collaboratively with the operations, transport and commercial teams at each site and provide regular updates from customers to ensure healthy stock levels.
Work closely with the Commercial and Operations teams on pricing forecasts to ensure optimal commercial/profit margin.
Work together with the Operations team to ensure production is efficient and accurate THE CANDIDATE:
5-10 years' experience in sales within one of our core markets - petfood, aquafeed, feed, biodiesel, oleochemical, fertilizers.
Full UK Driving Licence and ability and willingness to travel.
Customer centric with strong business acumen.
Team player, who easily builds and maintains relationships within the company and with external stakeholders.
An energetic and forward-thinking individual, who is able to handle complexities and solve problems independently.
Good written and verbal communication skills, along with strong I.T. Skills - proficient with MS Office, particularly Excel and Word. BENEFITS:
Car Allowance
Holiday Allowance - 25 days, plus bank holidays
Pension - The Company will make contributions of 7% of earnings into the scheme. In addition, for every 1% the employee contributes the Company will contribute a further 0.5% up to a maximum Company contribution of 10%.
Private Health Care Scheme after 2 years' service LOCATION:
80 / 20 split, office - field THE CONSULTANCY:
Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer.