Job title: National Account Executive
Reports to: Senior National Account Manager
Location: Sywell
Working pattern: Full time – flexible, hybrid working with up to two days per week at home and three days per week in the office
Department: UK Sales
General Summary
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Igloo Books is the global leader of mass market publishing and a multi-territory and award-winning Disney Book Group licensee. Our content for children and adults spans the full spectrum of popular categories: illustrated story, activity, novelty, board, fiction, puzzle, reference, gift sets; available in 77 countries across 64 languages. We are proud to be the ‘go to’ publisher for high quality, exciting, volume sales.
We’re looking for a self-motivated individual who is ready to start their career in sales. You'll be coached to manage and develop a designated account base and assist with major UK accounts across all categories of the business including books, stationery and toys.
This is THE perfect position for a candidate looking to get into the industry and fast-track their skills and experience, all while having a great time working with our friendly team on our brilliant books!
Key responsibilities
1. Work alongside the senior national account manager to identify and create opportunities for leading UK accounts
2. Develop a strong understanding of the book, stationery and toy industry
3. Analysis of sales data to identify additional opportunities and initiatives
4. Deliver first class customer service to each account responsibility - in time, you'll be presenting new products and running strategy meetings with customers
5. Develop strong working relationships and communication with all internal departments
Qualifications and Experience
1. As an entry-level role no sales experience is necessary, however previous experience working within a sales-based environment would be an advantage
2. A self-motivated team player who always goes the extra mile
3. Exceptional time management skills
4. Strong presentation skills
5. Excellent problem solving and trouble-shooting skills with an analytical and forward thinking approach
6. Excellent communication skills
7. Strong mathematical and numerical skills
8. Ability to work autonomously and within a team
9. Strong knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint is essential
10. Positive can-do attitude
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