Account/Sales Executive (Maternity Cover)

Our clients are a leading entertainment company, providing exciting products to a variety of retailers. They are looking for a motivated and passionate Account/Sales Executive to join their team on a temporary basis to cover maternity leave. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and fast-paced industry with potential for long-term career growth. Account/Sales Executive – About the role * Sell their fantastic products to various retailers within the industry. * Manage and develop relationships with over 100 tier 1, 2 & 3 existing customers, meeting individual sales targets. * Proactively engage with customers to place orders, discuss new product launches, industry trends, and marketing opportunities. * Deliver a first-class customer experience, maintaining high levels of satisfaction. * Grow the customer base by identifying and engaging with potential new customers within the retailer market. Key Accountabilities: * Drive sales and growth within the assigned customer accounts, ensuring all information is accurate and up to date. * Meet or exceed individual sales targets (circa £4m+ per annum). * Identify new sales opportunities in the UK to grow the company’s customer base. * Ensure customer account information is accurate and continuously updated. Key Responsibilities: * Build strong, lasting relationships with customers, adapting products and services to meet their specific needs. * Provide exceptional customer service to a defined set of customers, acting as their main point of contact. * Proactively contact customers via phone and email to promote new and upcoming product releases. * Assist customers with a variety of sales queries and provide tailored solutions. * Capture and update customer information in the company’s CRM system. * Be a supportive team player, contributing to the overall success of the team. * Adapt to changing priorities and deliver tasks quickly and efficiently. The successful Account/Sales Executive will have: * Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to quickly build rapport and trust with customers. * Confident communicator, both verbal and written. * Ability to multi-task and handle changing demands. * Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines. * Strong team player but comfortable working independently. * Positive, enthusiastic, and committed to delivering excellent customer service. * Resilient and determined, with the ability to bounce back from challenges. * Previous experience in a sales role. * A driving license is required due to the location of the office. * Hybrid working available once settled into the role. Additional Information: Contract: 4 – 6 months (Maternity Leave Cover, with the potential to extend or go permanent) Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Hybrid Working Available Why Join Us: This is an exciting opportunity to join a fun, creative, and supportive team within a thriving industry. If you’re passionate about sales and providing excellent customer service, and you’re looking for an exciting role with potential career growth, we’d love to hear from you! Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a Friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)