Job Description:
Our client is looking to appoint an Agriculture Sales Executive to join their dynamic team.
This is initially Maternity Cover with the possibility to be made permanent
Salary: Approx. £30,000 per annum
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00-17:00 (40 hours per week)
A leading UK and Ireland precast concrete manufacturer is seeking a proactive Agriculture Sales Executive to join its Agri Sales team. This full time role focuses on driving sales growth, managing customer relationships, and promoting a high quality product range designed for modern farming environments.
Key Responsibilities
* Maximise sales opportunities, convert enquiries into orders, and contribute to achieving sales and gross profit targets.
* Provide accurate pricing and respond to customer enquiries within agreed timeframes.
* Record and manage enquiries through the CRM system and carry out effective follow up.
* Ensure orders meet agreed profit margins and customer requirements.
* Work closely with Planning, Production, Technical, and Despatch teams to support successful delivery.
* Identify new product and market opportunities in collaboration with senior sales leadership.
* Attend trade shows, exhibitions, customer meetings, and site visits across the UK and ROI.
* Carry out additional duties as required within the scope of the role.
Essential Criteria
* A good level of education and/or practical agricultural experience.
* Strong numeracy, literacy, and a full clean driving licence.
* Previous experience in sales or customer service.
* Professional and confident approach to customer engagement.
* Genuine interest in the agricultural sector and market trends.
* Flexibility to travel within the UK and ROI.
* Strong organisational, communication, and time management skills.
* Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
Desirable Criteria
* Experience working in a fast paced office environment.
* Experience travelling for business within the UK/ROI.
* Familiarity with CRM systems or Sage.
* Proven track record of meeting KPIs and targets.
Benefits
* 30 days annual leave
* Pension scheme
* Company sick pay
* Private healthcare scheme
* Life insurance
* AXA insurance discount
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free on site parking