Reed
Sales Executive
- Location: East Sussex
- Job Type: Full-time
- Salary: £30-35k
A great opportunity has arisen for a motivated and target-driven Sales Executive to drive business growth by identifying new opportunities, building strong client relationships, and delivering revenue against targets. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in expanding our customer base, maintaining client satisfaction, and contributing to the overall sales strategy.
Day-to-day duties of the role:
- Identify and generate new business opportunities through prospecting, networking, and lead generation.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients.
- Manage the full sales cycle from initial contact through to negotiation and closing.
- Meet and exceed individual and team sales targets and KPIs.
- Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations and proposals.
- Maintain an accurate pipeline and update CRM systems regularly.
- Collaborate with marketing and other departments to align sales strategies and campaigns.
- Attend client meetings, events, and industry networking opportunities.
- Understand customer needs and provide tailored solutions.
- Keep up to date with market trends, competitors, and industry developments.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven experience in a sales or business development role.
- Strong track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build rapport and influence decision-makers.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and results-driven.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Desirable skills include experience using CRM systems like Salesforce or HubSpot, knowledge of consultative or solution-based selling techniques, and experience with outbound sales and cold calling.
- Full UK driving licence is advantageous if the role requires travel.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and commission structure.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
- Dynamic and supportive work environment.
Please apply online now.
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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