External Sales

Salary Competitive

Location Birtley

This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.

The Vacancy

We are seeking a proactive and talented Account Manager to join our dynamic sales team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing existing Corporate/Mid-market accounts, delivering high levels of account management, and building new business. You would be providing appropriate solutions to the customer and increasing sales with new and existing sectors whilst actively increasing our share of a competitive market.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING?

Establishing, developing and maintaining business relationships with customers to ensure future sales.
Increasing sales and margin and grow the business.
Maintaining and expanding your extensive knowledge of products and services available to customers.
Achieving growth targets.
Networking and communicating with customers at all levels.
Managing customer tenders, quotes and contracts efficiently and effectively.
Constantly analysing territory and market potential.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

This is a fluid role requiring creativity, strategic thinking, insight, and excellent customer service skills.
Proven previous sales experience (in specific product sectors preferred)
Highly motivated and target driven
Ability to identify opportunities for growth
Excellent communication skills with the ability to confidently communicate at all levels
Ability to use own initiative
Ability to manage own time effectively and efficiently
Able to problem solve and deal with customer complaints efficiently and provide solutions in a timely manner
Ability to develop positive relationships with customers
Strong negotiation and influencing skills

The Company

evo – a powerhouse of brands.
evo Group of Companies is the UK and Ireland’s largest multi-channel business supplies and services distributor. We operate a centralised distribution network, with distribution centres around the UK and Ireland, complemented by regional cross-dock sites. Our unrivalled logistics platform includes hundreds of our own delivery vehicles, efficiently delivering a vast range of essential goods to workplaces across the nation.

We recognise that our people are at the heart of our culture here at evo and we are proud to employ over 2,000 people across our industry leading brands:

VOW Wholesale, VOW Ireland, Banner, Complete, Premvan, Truline & Staples.