Account Executive in Leeds

Hybrid Working Arrangement

4 days per week in the office during probation, reducing to 3 days per week upon successful completion of probation.

About Hisense

Founded in 1969, Hisense is a global technology company dedicated to making innovative, high-quality products accessible to consumers worldwide.

With a diverse portfolio spanning televisions, refrigeration, laundry and other home appliances, Hisense continues to expand its presence in the UK and international markets.

To discover more about Hisense UK, please visit our website Hisense UK About

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Account Executive to join our Brown Goods Sales team, supporting our TV, Laser TV, Soundbar and Monitor categories.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in sales and account management within a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting Account Managers with the day-to-day management of key national retail accounts, while also taking ownership of assigned accounts to build strong customer relationships and drive sales performance.

The role combines sales administration, account management, financial coordination and commercial analysis, offering valuable exposure to different aspects of the business and opportunities for professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to Account Managers, ensuring smooth account operations and effective communication with customers.
• Coordinate with the Finance team to process customer debit notes, claims and accruals accurately and within business deadlines, including resolving disputed claims.
• Support Statement of Account (SOA) reconciliation, customer confirmations and regular sales reporting, ensuring accurate financial records are maintained.
• Assist with order processing, customer enquiries and operational issues, working closely with internal teams to ensure timely resolution.
• Prepare sales reports, presentations and other materials to support customer meetings and business reviews.

Account Management & Business Development

• Manage assigned customer accounts, acting as the main point of contact and building strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Attend regular customer meetings, including face-to-face visits, to understand business needs, strengthen partnerships and identify sales opportunities.
• Support the planning and execution of promotional activities, marketing initiatives and product training to drive sales performance.
• Monitor stock availability, sales trends and account performance, contributing to sales forecasting and stock planning.
• Analyse sales data and key account metrics to identify growth opportunities, track performance and support commercial decision-making.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams, including Logistics, Marketing and Finance, to ensure effective execution of sales activities.
• Undertake other ad hoc duties as required to support the Sales team and wider business.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage professionally with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, particularly when handling financial information, sales reports and administrative processes.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret sales data and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• A proactive, commercially minded and results-driven approach, with a willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Previous experience in sales administration, account support or account management would be advantageous.
• A full UK driving licence, or willingness to obtain one, as the role may involve customer visits.

Benefits Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Competitive salary with bonus scheme
• 25 days of holiday plus Bank Holidays.
• In-house learning platform, develop your skills for your career and your role.
• Long service awards
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Discounts on Hisense products
• Access to a shopping discount portal
• Free onsite parking

IMPORTANT NOTICE

• We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, and all qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• As a courtesy, we strive to acknowledge all applications. However, due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we may not be able to respond to every applicant, we can only guarantee that shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• By submitting your application, you acknowledge that your personal data will be processed for recruitment and selection purposes in accordance with applicable UK data protection legislation. We may retain your application information for up to 24 months following the conclusion of the recruitment process to maintain appropriate recruitment records and, where applicable, consider you for future opportunities, unless a longer retention period is necessary and permitted by law. Your personal data may be shared with affiliated companies within the Hisense Europe Group where necessary to support the recruitment process. We use TestGorilla as a third-party recruitment and assessment platform to manage applications and conduct assessments for selected candidates. For further information about how we collect, use, share, and retain your personal data, and your rights under data protection law, please refer to our External Privacy Notice. For any questions regarding the processing of your personal data or to exercise your data protection rights, please contact huk.hr@hisense.com.

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