Sales Executive

At Essentra Components, we make it possible by uniquely combining the expertise and flexibility of a manufacturer with the service and product range of a distributor. As a global market leader in plastic injection moulded, vinyl dip moulded and metal components, we draw on over 65 years of experience producing essential components for a wide range of industries and applications.

Making it easier for our customers is our top priority. That’s why we operate in 28 countries across 4 continents, supported by:

- 16 manufacturing facilities - 34 distribution centres - 60 sales and service locations
With over 1 billion parts in stock and a portfolio of 45,000 products, we ensure fast delivery and immediate dispatch when you need it. Our Product Range Includes:

- Caps and plugs
- Wire and cable management
- Flange protection
- Knobs, handles and grips
- Access hardware
- PCB and electronics hardware.

About the Role (5 Days working)

We are seeking a motivated and customer-focused Sales Executive to drive sales growth by identifying new business opportunities, developing strong customer relationships, and achieving sales targets. The ideal candidate will be responsible for generating leads, managing existing customer accounts, conducting product presentations, preparing quotations, negotiating contracts, and closing sales. The role also involves coordinating with internal teams to ensure timely order fulfillment, maintaining accurate sales records in the CRM, and providing excellent customer service throughout the sales cycle.

The successful candidate should possess strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, along with a passion for delivering results and contributing to the company's business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Maximize all sales opportunities through B2B activity including regular
Outcall activity as well as face to face meeting customers regularly.

• Proactively seek out to win new business for the company.

• Defend existing revenue streams through excellent account management
to build long term relationships.

• Build strong internal relationships by working with Product Management,
Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain and Customer Service to drive
business objectives.

• Effective use of questioning and listening techniques to understand
The customer’s application requirements to maximize cross selling of Essentra
Components full product ranges.

• Prepare and follow up sales quotations to customers, prospects and
leads documenting all activity in CRM.

• Regular maintenance of accurate customer records and opportunity
management in CRM.

• Operate effectively within current policies and procedures relating to pricing,
order entry and lead times by becoming adept to using all of the Essentra
Components systems and resources.

• Participate in team briefings and ensure regular communication with team
leaders and other team members to address issues and develop a wider
range of skills.

• Participate enthusiastically in specific projects and team activities when called
upon.

• Attend trainings and develop relevant knowledge, techniques and skills.

• Provide additional support for the inbound Customer Sales & Service team.

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the Essentra Components.

Required Skills & Competencies

Experience partnering with organizations across Industrial Manufacturing, Engineering Components, Industrial Hardware, Electronic Components, PCB Hardware, Factory Automation, Electrical Infrastructure, Cable Management, Access & Enclosure Hardware, Fastening Solutions, Control Panels & Switchgear, Industrial Products, Electric Vehicle (EV) Components, Electronics, Digital Transformation, Industrial Plastics, and Global Distribution.

• Team player.

• Detail orientated and hands on.

• Excellent…