FRENCH SELECTION (FS) International Inside Sales & Marketing Location: Chester-le-Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne (south of the city, car needed) Car needed due to the location of the role. Salary: up to £30,000 per annum depending on relevant experience Ref: 5452F2 To apply using our preferred format, please visit French Selection website, go to the vacancies page, search job reference: 5452F2 Website: www.french-selection.co.uk The company: You will be working for an independent and highly successful business which designs, develops and manufactures all their product range in the UK The role : You will be supporting the development of business activities across market by researching and identifying growth opportunities gathering information on prospective accounts and initiating first contact with decision makers Main Duties: Perform market research and enter leads information on the system Identify and qualify sales leads Share marketing information with key decision makers Support smaller accounts by developing direct working relationships with key contacts Initiate first contact with decision makers within prospective accounts Gather important data on sales leads and file information onto the system Support the organisation of marketing events and attend them when necessary Communicate directly with clients and nurture relationships The candidate: Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) Able to prioritise and organise own workload Car ownership / driving license required due to office location Interest in market research and business development Proficient in MS Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook Relevant background in lead generation or sales development would be a real bonus Customer-oriented approach The salary : up to £30,000 per annum depending on relevant experience