At a Glance
- Tasks: Identify new sales opportunities and drive revenue growth for a luxury chocolate brand.
- Company: Join Charbonnel et Walker, Britain's first luxury chocolatier with a rich heritage.
- Benefits: Hybrid role with travel opportunities and a chance to work with a prestigious brand.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity for career growth in a historical and innovative company.
- Why this job: Be a brand ambassador and make an impact in the world of luxury chocolates.
- Qualifications: Outgoing personality with a passion for sales and understanding of brand values.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Charbonnel et Walker are purveyors of the finest quality chocolates and truffles. Established in 1875 on London’s Bond Street, Charbonnel et Walker is Britain’s first luxury chocolatier. We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and driven Sales Executive to work closely with the Directors of this historical luxury brand. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying new sales opportunities within the marketplace and driving sustained revenue growth within the wholesale division. The ideal candidate will be keen to exceed targets and demonstrate sales excellence. This is a hybrid role, with requirements to frequently travel to our sites in Dorset and in and around London and to customer sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Identifying new business opportunities, controlling new enquiries in a professional and efficient manner.
- Involvement in the sales process from start to finish including attending meetings, active selling and integration of customers into company systems.
- Maintaining relationships with customers by providing support, product information and guidance on their selected range in a professional manner.
- Sending price lists, brochures, credit application forms and any other relevant information to the customer.
- Keeping customers up to date with any changes to information for example new price lists or product changes.
- Organising tastings and demonstrations around the seasonal calendar to ensure all customers are aware of the full range available.
- Owning the setting up of new accounts, ensuring that all details are set up correctly including the completion of credit references by the accounts department.
- Liaising with stakeholders to ensure all deliveries are on track, ensuring that feedback is provided to the customer along the way.
- Gathering customer feedback and delivering this to the relevant person or department ensuring clear communication in order to limit recurring issues.
- Producing regular reports, updates on key accounts and reviewing sales performance to present to the Company Directors.
Required Skills
- Being outgoing and approachable.
- Demonstrating a strong understanding of the brand’s identity, heritage, values and positioning.
- Becoming a true brand ambassador, representing the company in a highly professional way at all times.
- Driving licence and the ability to frequently travel.
Sales Exectutive employer: Charbonnel et Walker
Charbonnel et Walker is not just a historic luxury chocolatier; it is a vibrant workplace that fosters a culture of excellence and innovation. As a Sales Executive, you will enjoy the unique opportunity to work closely with passionate leaders in a hybrid role that promotes flexibility and travel, allowing you to engage with customers across London and Dorset. With a commitment to employee growth and a supportive environment, Charbonnel et Walker offers a rewarding career path for those eager to excel in the world of luxury sales.
