We are recruiting for a Sales Executive / Account Manager for an office-based position based in Leicester.  

Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per year + Bonus Scheme
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Office based, Leicester LE4

Benefits

• Company performance bonus scheme.
• Profit-sharing opportunities.
• 25 days annual leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 well being support.
• Company pension.
• Life insurance.
• Company events.
• On-site parking.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.

About the role:

As a Sales Executive / Account Manager, you will take ownership of a portfolio of existing accounts while identifying and securing new business opportunities. You will play a key role in developing customer accounts, responding to enquiries, preparing quotations and converting opportunities into sales.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively manage and grow revenue across an existing customer base.
• Identify, pursue and win new business opportunities.
• Handle inbound and outbound customer calls and enquiries professionally and efficiently.
• Prepare quotations and follow up effectively to maximise conversion rates.
• Achieve monthly, quarterly and annual sales targets.
• Maintain accurate customer records and sales activity within the CRM system.
• Attend relevant industry events, including exhibitions.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity and emerging business opportunities.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in sales and account management.
• A demonstrated track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Highly organised, with excellent time management abilities.
• Self-motivated, target-driven and commercially aware.
• Confident using CRM systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Experience using Sage Accounting software.
• Experience within B2B industrial, engineering or material handling sectors.

If you are an experienced B2B sales professional looking for your next challenge within a growing and respected business, we would love to hear from you. For further information please contact Rebecca on 07385 660 400

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