Full job descriptionFRENCH SELECTION (FS)
Sales and Purchasing Executive
Location: Honiton
Hybrid work after successful training period at discretion of business
Salary: up to £32,000 per annum OTE plus benefits
Ref: 4321PS


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The company: A leading global distributor of components specialising in helping manufacturers providing innovative solutions
Main duties: An exciting opportunity to play a key role in servicing the global client base and growing the supplier and buyer network within a designated territory.


The role:
- Be responsible for sourcing and purchasing large volumes of electronic components and coordinating the resale to existing network of buyers
- Identify, contact, and build relationships with global OEM and EMS
- Negotiate and close purchase deals
- Collaborate with the sales and trading team
-.Develop and manage a personal pipeline of purchase opportunities and accounts.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market trends, pricing, and supply chain dynamics.
- Ensure accurate documentation, record-keeping, and coordination with internal departments.
- Provide excellent customer service and communication throughout the buying process
The candidate:
- Previous sales, purchasing, or trading experience required
- Background in electronics or components distribution beneficial but not required
- Fluency in another European language (ex: French, German, Spanish, Italian, Danish, Polish, etc.) would be an advantage, although not essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong drive to achieve and exceed targets.
- Persistent, motivated with strong multitasking abilities.
- Room for growth and progression
- Must live within a commutable distance
The salary: up to £32,000 per annum OTE plus benefits
French Selection, leading UK-based consultancy specialising in the recruitment of bilingual and multilingual professionals for international business (industries and services). We are the leading recruitment consultancy for German, French, Italian and Spanish speaking positions. Also recruiting for positions with other languages such as Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Scandinavian languages, Mandarin, Japanese and Arabic.