Timber Senior Sales Executive

We are looking for a Senior Sales Executive to generate new business and manage existing customer accounts within a defined area, whilst supporting the wider sales team and contributing to regional business objectives.

This position is full time (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday) and permanent.

• Generate new and manage existing business within a defined area
• Identify and target new accounts in line with company objectives and KPIs
• Maintain and develop existing accounts in line with KPIs
• Manage key accounts within the region
• Respond to all customer enquiries in a timely and professional manner
• Effectively manage the customer database
• Complete all trip reports in line with company standards
• Plan customer calls and trips effectively in line with regional strategy and available resources
• Work effectively with the sales support team
• Ensure all orders are processed through the sales support team
• Work with credit control and invoice teams to resolve queries and issues
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers
• Support Sales Executives in their role and development
• Provide support to the Regional Business Manager when required
• Represent the company at relevant trade organisations and associations
• Identify mutually beneficial marketing opportunities
• Analyse markets to identify new sales opportunities
• Identify and attend targeted hospitality events
• Undertake any other duties required to support the achievement of company objectives
• Proven experience in timber products sales
• Proactive and strategic approach to sales
• Valid UK driving licence
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to work under pressure and make effective decisions
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work on own initiative
• Ability to build and maintain positive internal and external relationships
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Annual company bonus scheme
• 25 days' holiday, increasing by 1 day every 2 years, up to a maximum of 30 days
• Annual leave purchase scheme - option to buy an additional 3 days'
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Office car parking
• Enhanced Sick Pay
• Life assurance
• Smart casual attire and dress down Fridays All employees have a duty not to discriminate against each other, customers or suppliers and not to help anyone else do so.  to view our job applicant privacy notice.