Field Sales Representative

Are you an established Field Sales Representative? Worked within a sales role in a fast-paced environment? Want to join a company that is on an upwards journey of growth?

Major Recruitment are seeking an experienced Field Sales Representative to join their team at their sales team based in Leeds.

The Field Sales Executive will be a key team player within the sales team, in this fast-paced environment you will support the wider sales team. You will be responsible for the promotion of our clients' products and services by calling customers, engaging them in a business conversion and identifying potential sales opportunities. The Field Sales Representative will use campaign information to contact customers, engaging them in a business conversation and identifying potential sales opportunities.

Key Responsibilities of a Field Sales Representative:

• Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG):Experience in selling FMCG products is essential.
• Cold Calling:Proven ability to generate leads and make cold calls to potential clients.
• Appointment Setting:Skilled in pre-booking appointments from cold calls and effectively managing schedules.
• New Business Development:Ability to identify and pursue opportunities to bring in new business.
• Client Relationship Management:Experience in building and maintaining relationships with existing clients, including upselling and cross-selling.
• Tender Processes:Familiarity with tender processes and experience in filling out government tenders.
• Target Markets:Ideal but not essential experience in selling to schools, hospitals, coffee shops, colleges, universities, tourist attractions, etc.
• Flexibility:Ability to work 40 hours per week with flexitime and hybrid working options. The role can be home-based with one day a week being office based.
• Autonomy:Minimal micromanagement with a focus on results. However, consistent sales performance is essential.
• Transportation:If using own car, mileage reimbursement at 45p per mile. Alternatively, a company car is available but only used for business purposes.
• Technology:Ability to use call recording apps like Call Switch on personal phones, or access to a company phone if preferred. A company laptop will also be provided.
• Commission:A competitive commission structure will be offered.
• Team Environment:A collaborative work environment where everyone pitches in. The ideal candidate should be versatile and adaptable, with a proactive attitude.

What's in for you?

• Circa £30K
• Commission
• Pension Fund
• Training opportunities

Skills required to be a Desk Sales Executives:

• Proven experience in sales, preferably in the FMCG sector.
• Strong negotiation and closing skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with sales tracking software and CRM systems.
• A bold and assertive personality with a willingness to take initiative.

If you are interested, please click apply now and one of our recruitment specialists will be in touch.

Major Recruitment are an employment agency working on behalf of our client. Should you be seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment, or contract you will find our staff professional and courteous and our interview process straight forward.

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