Internal sales executive

One of the best loved distribution companies in the UK , our client is looking for their next internal sales person. This role is very much a career move , not just a job.! You will be in a busy and fast paced business that can offer you great benefits and plenty of opportunities to progress your career Along with job security, the tools to do the job and a competitive salary, you rsquo;ll receive fantastic benefits starting on day one, including never working on your birthday ever again!!! Job Description We are looking for an Internal Sales Executive (known internally as a Direct Sales Executive) that will be targeted to achieve a new business revenue target and manage the performance of new customer accounts over an 8 week period. This role will be based from the Head Office in Smethwick. As a Direct Sales Executive your primary responsibility will be to achieve the company rsquo;s revenue target for new business in line with the company rsquo;s strategy for customer size, type and service mix. Key responsibilities will include; To identify and develop a personal prospect funnel sufficient in size to fund new business targets as identified in the company strategic plan. Monitor the performance of new customers to ensure they trade to agreed profile and terms. Agree and deliver action plans if variances occur Facilitate the handover of new accounts to the relevant Account Owner within the 1st 8 weeks of trade Support with calling potential and existing customers and taking the necessary action following a marketing campaign To achieve productivity targets as agreed To update and maintain all internal systems Measures of Performance will include; New Business Revenue and Service Mix against target Systems compliance Prospect Funnel opportunities and committed reports Achievement of daily KPI rsquo;s About You Your career history will clearly be able to evidence success within a direct sales or similar environment and a tenacious attitude and drive to succeed in a fast paced sales environment. Your outstanding communication, persuading and influencing skills will be fully utilised in this role as will your ability to focus on your customers to fully understand their needs and gain their commitment. We rsquo;ll also expect you to have; High levels of integrity and empathy Ability to manage own time effectively to meet targets and deadlines Be able to adapt own style to suit the needs of internal and external customers Be able to deal with objection handling Have the ability to work under pressure and demonstrate a positive, enthusiastic and resilient approach A great team player who demonstrates the core values of Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Hard Work and Accountability. Ideally you will have 12 months experience of proven outbound sales experience or worked within a similar sales role. Additional Information Benefits: Holiday trading Enhanced maternity and paternity package Free life assurance of 4 x salary on joining the pension scheme Free on-site parking for all employees Health Kiosks visiting every location Discounted shopping from 100 rsquo;s of retailers including up to 5% off your weekly supermarket shop Milestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friends Free eye tests and support with the cost of glasses If you feel you have what it takes to deliver excellent customer service and sales results , want a true career opportunity , apply now