Junior B2B Sales Executive Kempston, Bedfordshire £34,000 - £35,000 per annum (Depending on experience) Commission Scheme & Bonus Permanent position Do you have experience in Business to Business (B2B) Sales, within the Manufacturing or Materials Distribution sector/s? A well-established and successful business based near Bedford, is currently looking for a new role challenge in the manufacturing sector? If so, we currently have a permanent position available for a well-respected and successful company in Bedford. This role involves growing existing accounts and developing new business, with an emphasis on proactively identifying sales opportunities. We are looking for a candidate who has some previous experience of business to business (B2B) sales ideally in a manufacturing environment and a drive to engage with prospective customers. Responsibilities required include: * Proactively participate in outbound sales activity, including targeted cold calls and customer visits * Identify opportunities to generate new business and put strategies in place to achieve success * Manage a portfolio of key customer accounts, maintaining strong relationships and regular contact * Achieve set gross profit targets for managed accounts, new business and other business * Deal with incoming enquiries and third-party stock sourcing where necessary * Provide regular feedback on sales performance and market/customer trends * Working mainly office-based but sometimes visiting key customers or important prospects, when required * Ensure in-depth knowledge of our entire product range and competition * Develop a thorough understanding of customer requirements on a business and technical level Experience required for the Sales Executive include: * Proven previous experience of B2B sales within the manufacturing and / or engineering sectors * Ability to learn technical product details quickly and effectively * Previous account management experience * Excellent communication and customer service skills * The ability to think strategically and proactively identify new opportunities * Experience in developing new business * Clear alignment with our company values of responsiveness, reliability and respect * Driving licence is preferable If this opportunity is of interest to you, please apply with your up to date CV today