TECHNICAL SALES PERSON
Our client, Ireland's leading independent importer & distributor of electrical components and supplies with a nationwide branch network, is currently looking to recruit a Technical Sales Person with strong industry experience and a technical qualification, preferably.
Join the External Sales team with this innovative, successful and highly reputable Irish owned company to benefit from great working environment & career prospects they offer
KEY ACTIVITIES:
Direct sales of electrical components to panel builders, electrical contractors, OEM's, wholesalers etc
Visit key customers to maintain relationships, take new orders, following up with quality responses, arranging further client meetings, preparing quotations, negotiating sales & closing deals
Visit lapsed customers in your territory
Business development - developing new sales through proactive customer contact and excellent customer support
Liaise with and support inside sales/counter/stores teams and fellow regional sales executives
Ensure customer delivery schedules are met
Managing the return of warranty and service exchange parts
Delivering professional and efficient customer service at all times
Market and competitor analysis
Attending trade shows & representing the company at industry events
Sales Calls
Set out and follow a plan to actively make ***** face to face sales calls per week and ensure each call is reported under CRM reporting system.
Sales calls to be planned each Friday for the following week and Fridays should be used to follow up actions/quotes from the previous week.
Sales calls should be carried out in a professional manner and where possible appointments should always be made in advance
(if appropriate
)
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
Candidates will have
proven B2B sales skills
and experience
Experience of
electrical sales
or very similar e.g. motor factors, engineered products
Commitment to customer service excellence
Strong CRM system and general IT skills
COMPANY BENEFITS:
Rewarding job in a thriving, vibrant company
Strong base salary and bonus structure
Company car & laptop
Pension scheme
Sports & social clubs