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Sales Executive

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Posted 8 hours ago, valid for 12 days
Location

Southampton, Hampshire SO19 1BQ

Salary

£28,080 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The role is for a Sales Executive at a leading UK-based manufacturer of sustainable plastic packaging located in Southampton.
  • The position offers a full-time salary of £28,080 per annum with a 40-hour work week from Monday to Friday.
  • Candidates should possess strong numeracy and literacy skills, and be confident using Outlook, Excel, and Word.
  • The successful applicant will need to be adaptable, self-motivated, and skilled at building rapport with clients, with no specific year of experience mentioned.
  • The job includes managing customer relationships, handling inquiries, and collaborating with the external sales team to support business growth.

Your new company??Southampton | Full-time | £28,080 per annum | Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm A leading UK-based manufacturer of sustainable plastic packaging, supplying innovative, eco-conscious solutions to a wide range of industries.

Your new roleAs a Sales Executive, you'll be part of a dynamic and supportive team in a fast-paced environment. Your primary focus will be to ensure customer satisfaction, manage existing accounts, and proactively seek new business opportunities. Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage customer expectations and maintain strong client relationships
  • Handle inbound enquiries via phone and email
  • Liaise with internal departments to ensure smooth order processing
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records
  • Monitor and manage customer stock levels
  • Provide cover for colleagues during leave or illness
  • Make outbound calls to existing and potential clients
  • Collaborate with the external sales team to support business growth

What you'll need to succeedWe're looking for someone who is:

  • Quick to learn, adaptable, and self-motivated
  • Confident using Outlook, Excel, and Word
  • Strong in numeracy and literacy
  • Friendly, polite, and professional on the phone
  • Organised, punctual, and able to work under pressure
  • A natural problem-solver who can work independently
  • Skilled at building rapport with clients quickly

What you'll get in return

  • Starting salary: £13.50/hour (£28,080 per annum), paid weekly
  • Hours: 40-hour week, Monday to Friday (1-hour unpaid break)
  • Holidays: 28 days including bank holidays (approx. 3 days reserved for Christmas)
  • A supportive team environment with opportunities to grow and develop

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.