A leading supplier of specialist Asian foods in the UK is seeking a Sales Executive to join their expanding sales team. The role would suit an enthusiastic and motivated individual looking to develop themselves in the sales field. Understanding of Japanese culture and Japanese skill will be essential for this role.
Type: Permanent, full-time. Working hours: 9:00-17:30 Monday to Friday. Salary: £25-35K depending on experience. Start: ASAP. Location: North London (Hybrid).
Core Duties
* Visit local clients to sell products on a B2B, wholesale basis
* Utilise, review, and update the client database
* Provide support and reassurance to customers
* Analyse sales data
* Increase the company’s sales profits
* Provide strategies and estimates for the company
* Prepare and distribute information from the company to clients
* Respond to client communications or queries and resolve any client issues
* Network with business partners and or distributors
* Provide good quality control
* Manage inventory
Ideal Applicant
* Passion for Oriental foods / sales
* B2B sales experience in the wholesale/foodservice food industry
* A highly motivated self-starter
* Strong Excel & MS Office skills
* Fluent, business-level English
* Motivated to promote Japanese products abroad
* Good communication skills
* Experience as a leader in project management would be advantageous
* Understanding of Japanese culture will be advantageous
* UK driving licence
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK as the Company is not able to offer visa support. YMS and graduate visa holders with more than 18 months remaining on their visa can also apply, depending on their experience.
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