Full job descriptionWe are recruiting on behalf of a client in the food industry for a Sales Executive. This role is perfect for someone who is detail-oriented, efficient, and possesses excellent organisational skills.
Sales Executive
*Annual Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum
*Location: Coventry - Must have a full UK driving license
*Job Type: Full-time, On-site
We are looking for a Sales Executive to thrive in a fast-paced environment, handling high weekly volumes and fluctuating prices. This role is ideal for someone who is resilient, organised, and comfortable with heavy outbound calling.
Day-to-day of the role:
*Conduct heavy outbound calling, prospecting both new and existing customers.
*Ask structured qualifying questions to understand customer needs regarding beef products, volumes, and packaging preferences.
*Generate leads for the sales team, targeting approximately 50–100 prospects at a time.
*Support sales order processing and credit control with administration.
*Handle customer complaints efficiently (experience in this area is desirable).
*Utilise the internal CRM system to track interactions and maintain customer data.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Confident and comfortable with extensive phone use, as this is a core part of the role.
*Resilient and able to handle repetitive, high-pressure work.
*Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to tasks.
*Bubbly and social personality with excellent communication skills.
*Ability to follow clear processes and ask probing questions.
*Open to working in a meat-processing environment, comfortable with the presence of meat carcasses onsite.
*Ideally someone eager to learn and build a career in sales.
Benefits:
*Competitive salary
*Long-term career progression opportunities
*Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment.
To apply for the Sales Executive position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.