Job Title: Account Sales Specialist
Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 per annum
Location: Greater Manchester (flexibility for travel abroad is required)
Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 40 Hours Per Week (Flexible Start Times)
Reed are super excited to be working exclusively with a rapidly growing business in the FMCG industry in Greater Manchester. They are a UK based, international supplier of key ingredients into the food manufacturing industry.
We are looking for a motivated Account Sales Executive to join our client's expanding team. This role offers a dynamic work environment where performance is recognised, and internal development is encouraged. If you thrive in customer-focused settings and have a strong work ethic, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Provide high-quality support to the Sales Director to exceed sales targets.
* Collaborate with various departments including Sales, Purchasing, Technical, and Production Planning to ensure strong communication and delivery on promises.
* Build and foster relationships, taking a lead role in resolving customer queries or issues as they arise.
* Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers to ensure all orders are processed correctly and within agreed time limits.
* Communicate and liaise with Account Managers as required.
* Assist with ad-hoc projects and complete day-to-day tasks, whether routine or urgent, successfully and in a timely manner.
* Maintain familiarity with all company updates and ensure confidentiality of information.
* Identify areas of account development and deliver appropriate solutions to maximise sales.
* Present sales ideas and product training to groups of intermediaries, predominantly face-to-face or via video call.
* Develop and maintain credible external relationships through knowledge of their business and marketplace.
* Stay updated with competitor activity, products, and services to build rapport and trust.
* Actively seek out influencers and develop professional and trusting relationships.
* Manage key cases and significant new business enquiries to ensure effective conversion of high-quality business.
* Provide support to the Sales Director during absences.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* At least three years of relevant Business to Business experience.
* Ideally within the FMCG industry
* Self-driven with a positive outlook and a degree of autonomy in decision making.
* Motivated and proactive with the ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
* Strong organisation and planning skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills.
* Flexibility in hours to cover different global time zones.
* Strong time management skills within a fast-paced environment.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
What TheyOffer:
* Competitive salary
* Full training provided to support your development.
* Opportunities for career progression into technical roles.
* A supportive work environment with a focus on teamwork.
* Amazing, modern office facilities
* Flexible start times to accommodate work-life balance.
* Convenient location within walking distance of bus and train stations.
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