Location: Near Ashford, Kent (Own transport is essential)
Salary: £28,000 per annum (OTE £38,000)
Job Type: Full time/permanent (Office based)
Are you an energetic communicator who wants to start and grow a career in sales? We are looking for a motivated Trainee Sales Executive to join a dynamic sales team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong communication skills who is eager to learn, develop, and progress within a supportive, fast-paced environment.
The Role
You will identify new opportunities, build relationships with senior decision makers and turn opportunities into profitable sales.
Your responsibilities will include:
Developing new customers across the UK and Europe
Building relationships with venue managers, operations directors, procurement teams and event professionals
Conducting customer visits and site surveys
Demonstrating products and developing tailored solutions
Building relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Managing and growing existing customer accounts
Developing a strong sales pipeline and achieving agreed sales and margin targets
Attending trade shows, industry events and networking opportunities
Providing market intelligence and identifying new opportunities.
What we're looking for
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
A genuine desire to learn and develop a long term career in sales
Positive, resilient attitude with a willingness to take feedback and improve
Confident telephone manner and basic IT skills (email, CRM, spreadsheets)
Team player who is also able to work independently and manage priorities
