Sales Executive

Airport Placements; Ashford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Sales Executive to join their team in Ashford. The successful candidate will be energetic and target-driven, responsible for converting leads into new business and representing the company at trade shows. The position requires at least 2 years’ experience in B2B sales, proficiency in CRM systems, and strong organizational skills. A salary between £28,000 - £30,000 per annum plus commission is offered.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years experience in a similar role.
• Experience targeting new business and working to sales targets.
• Strong organisation and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow up on incoming leads and convert interest into sales.
• Proactively develop new business opportunities.
• Manage and maintain accurate records in the CRM.
• Conduct product demonstrations on conference calls.
• Attend trade shows to generate leads.
• Prepare proposals and follow up communications.
• Meet and exceed sales targets.

Skills

B2B sales experience

CRM proficiency

Microsoft Office proficiency

Time-management

Job description

Job Title: Sales Executive

Location: Ashford (Own transport essential due to location)

Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum (dependent on experience) plus commission (paid quarterly)

Job Type: Full time/permanent

We are looking for an energetic, target-driven Sales Executive to join our clients sales team. This role focuses on converting leads into new business, proactively targeting prospects, representing the company at trade shows, and delivering live product demonstrations online.

Key responsibilities

• Follow up on incoming leads promptly and professionally to convert interest into sales.
• Proactively research, target and develop new business opportunities to grow the customer base.
• Manage and maintain accurate records in the CRM; track progress through the sales pipeline.
• Conduct engaging, persuasive product demonstrations on conference calls and webinars.
• Attend trade shows and industry events to network, generate leads and represent the company.
• Prepare tailored proposals, quotations and follow-up communications to support closing deals.
• Meet and exceed individual and team sales targets; report on performance and market feedback

Required Skills and experience

• At least 2 years experience in a similar role (B2B sales)
• Demonstrable experience targeting new business and working to measurable sales targets.
• Proficient with CRM systems and Microsoft Office; organised with strong time-management skills.
• Resilient, self-motivated and able to work independently and as part of a team.