Summary: The External Sales Executive role involves increasing the turnover and profitability of a family-run business specializing in perforated metal and wire mesh products. The position requires a motivated individual to develop existing and new business accounts, providing technical advice and managing customer relationships. The role includes a mix of office work and field sales, with responsibilities such as preparing quotations and attending trade shows. The ideal candidate will possess strong sales skills and a background in a related industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop customer base to grow top line revenue.
• Provide technical advice and solutions to customers.
• Prepare quotations and process orders.
• Manage and grow existing accounts, including cross-selling products.
• Work independently to meet deadlines and sales targets.
• Coordinate orders and deliveries with internal departments.
• Provide solutions for customers from various sources.
• Manage own diary, spending 75% of time in the office and 25% on the road.
• Attend trade shows in the UK, Ireland, and Europe.

Key Skills:

• Previous experience in sales/field.
• Experience in a related industry is advantageous.
• UK driving licence and own vehicle.
• Excellent selling and negotiating skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and interpret technical product information.
• Confidently understand and interpret engineering drawings.
• Great communication and time management skills.
• Good IT skills.
• Ability to build rapport and relationships with customers.

Salary (Rate): 44000

City: Warrington

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Sales