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Company Description
SGS are the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company.
We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.
We deliver services that touch every part of human activity and improve millions of lives - from ensuring the safety of food, clothing, transportation, and medicine to better testing in the nuclear industry. Whatever your role, you will make an important contribution to delivering safer products, better services and keeping society connected.
At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:
- Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
- Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
- Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
- Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays.
- An additional day off for your birthday
- Discounted Gym Membership
- Retailer Discounts
- Access to electric vehicle leasing scheme (subject to eligibility criteria)
- Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay.
- Length of Service Awards
- Christmas Vouchers
- Health & Wellbeing initiatives
Job Description
We are currently seeking a dynamic and self-motivated Internal Sales Executive to join our specialist team. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying and generating new business opportunities, maintaining strong relationships with existing clients, and achieving sales targets. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a customer-focused attitude and a drive to succeed in a sales environment.
- Salary - Circa £30k
- Office Based
- Standard Days Monday to Friday
- Up to 20% Sales Bonus
Responsibilities:
- Generate valuable leads and forge strong connections with customers to establish new relationships while expanding and enhancing existing accounts.
- Engage dynamically with prospects and customers through phone calls, emails, and in-person meetings to build trust and rapport.
- Expertly manage the entire sales process, from the initial contact to closing the deal, ensuring consistent growth and development.
- Cultivate and strengthen relationships with current accounts to secure loyal, repeat business.
- Leverage your sales expertise to uncover new opportunities and drive significant business growth.
- Develop and nurture relationships with both existing and potential customers through effective communication channels.
- Deliver exceptional customer service by providing detailed quotations and comprehensive product information.
- Skillfully negotiate and finalize sales agreements to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Collaborate seamlessly with team members to ensure outstanding customer satisfaction.
- Surpass individual and team sales targets through strategic planning and execution.
- Maintain meticulous records in the company's CRM system to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Qualifications
Essential
- Possess either sales experience or a solid understanding of logistics and Customs Clearance processes.
- Quick learner with the ability to acquire new skills and knowledge rapidly.
- Confident and outgoing, comfortable with client interactions both over the phone and in person.
- Experience with CRM systems.
- Strong team player.
Desirable
- Experience of Salesforce (CRM)
- Experience with budgeting and sales forecasting
- Proven track record of delivering Customer Service Excellence.
Additional Information
APPLY NOW for full consideration, you can be sure that your application will be treated confidentially and impartially, and you will always receive an update within 10 business days.
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.
