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External Sales Executive - Automation & Electrical Solutions
Remote Working | Covering Postcode Areas: OX, HP, WD, LU, AL
Competitive Salary, Commission, and Benefits
Join a Leading Electrical Distributor
Are you ready to take your sales career to the next level with one of the UK’s most respected independent electrical distributors? Our client has a strong partnerships with renowned manufacturers, including Siemens-approved suppliers, and our expertise in delivering cutting-edge automation and electrical solutions to customers across the UK.
We’re seeking an External Sales Executive with a solid background in Automation to join our dynamic team, managing and growing accounts in key postcode areas: OX, HP, WD, LU, AL. This isn’t just about winning new business — it's about building lasting relationships with existing clients while expanding our customer base in an established territory.
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Customer Engagement: Build lasting, trust-based relationships with customers by regularly visiting them face-to-face. As the face of the company in your territory, you'll be out on the road, driving customer satisfaction and loyalty.
* Account Management: Take ownership of existing accounts, providing excellent service and ensuring customers' needs are met with precision. Your job is not only to maintain but to nurture and grow these relationships.
* New Business Development: While the region is already home to many valued customers, you'll also be on the lookout for fresh opportunities to win new business, driving expansion in your area.
* Solution Selling: Dive deep into customer requirements and offer tailored, innovative automation solutions from a diverse portfolio of trusted brands, including Siemens and other leading manufacturers.
* Sales Strategy Execution: Bring the company’s sales strategy to life, ensuring it resonates in your region and drives growth and success.
* Product Expertise: Become the go-to expert on automation products and solutions, enabling you to cross-sell, upsell, and provide unparalleled value to your customers.
* Sales Targets & Rewards: Hit monthly sales targets and share in the success with attractive bonuses and commissions.
* Team Collaboration: Work closely with internal sales teams to ensure seamless customer experiences and smooth sales operations.
* Diary Management: Stay organised and efficient, maximising your time for customer visits and business development.
* Market Awareness: Keep a keen eye on trends, competitors, and market conditions to ensure you stay ahead in the game.
* Reporting & Analysis: Provide regular updates to management on your pipeline and sales performance, ensuring alignment with company goals.
What You’ll Bring:
* Experience: Previous experience in external sales, ideally within Automation or Electrical Distribution. However, a background in other engineering sectors is also welcome.
* Product Knowledge: Strong understanding (or eagerness to learn) of automation products, robotics, and electrical solutions.
* Proven Success: A track record of exceeding sales targets and driving business growth.
* Driving License: A full UK driving license is essential as travel across the OX, HP, WD, LU, AL areas is required.
Skills That Will Make You Shine:
* Strong communication and negotiation skills.
* Excellent relationship-building and account management abilities.
* Self-motivated, proactive, and a strong time manager.
* Ability to quickly grasp and communicate technical product information.
* Analytical skills to interpret market trends and customer data.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
Note:
This role involves regular travel across the OX, HP, WD, LU, AL postcode areas. Some overnight stays may be necessary depending on customer demands and travel distance.
Why Join Us?
This is an exceptional opportunity to work with an industry leader in the automation and electrical distribution space. With a well-established customer base and access to premium brands, you’ll have the tools, support, and freedom to manage existing accounts while winning new business. You’ll be rewarded for your performance with competitive compensation and a collaborative environment to help you succeed.
Ready to drive your career forward in automation sales? If you’re looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity to work with some of the biggest names in automation, we'd love to hear from you!
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Industries
Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing, Automation Machinery Manufacturing, and Robotics Engineering
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