Field Sales Executive

Due to continued company wide expansion an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Field Sales Executive to join Nella Cutlery looking after Maidstone and the surrounding regions.
Nella Cutlery is the UK’s leading knife sharpening and catering equipment supplier, established in 1901 we now have over 120 years of operation in the industry and pride ourselves on being a 5th generation, family run business.
The role would suit an experienced Field Sales Executive looking to further advance their career, a background within catering sales specifically would be beneficial but is not a necessity as full, ongoing, training is provided.
With a competitive base salary, WEEKLY bonus incentives, monthly commission and opportunities for progression, this is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and focused sales professional.
Reporting directly into the Operations Manager you will be following up on warm leads as well as creating your own and using your sales ability to maximise potential growth throughout the target areas.
*Hours*: Full Time, Monday to Friday 7am-5pm
*Salary: *Starting base salary £35,100 - Weekly performance bonus of up to £200 Per Week + Monthly commission giving you a combined OTE of £48,500
*Location: *Maidstone and surrounding areas.
*The role:*
·Liaising in person as well as via e-mail and telephone with a variety of businesses within the hospitality sector
·Negotiating contracts and winning new business
·Following up on warm leads and generating your own
·Maximising sales potential
*The ideal Candidate:*
·Must have a full, manual driving licence, with a MAXIMUM of 3 points.
.Must have held a full licence for a minimum of 2 years for insurance purposes.
·1+ years of proven B2B or B2C Sales Experience
·Excellent verbal and written English skills
·The ability to think on your feet and adapting to the situation
·High energy and a positive, focused approach
·A strong desire to succeed, with a tenacious attitude
*Company Benefits Include:*
* Store Discounts
* Discounts with holiday providers, gyms and healthclubs
* Restaurant Discounts
* Free On Site Parking
* Childcare Vouchers
* Company Socials / Parties
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Performance Bonus
* Additional Holiday for length of service
* Unlimited commission company wide
* Referral Scheme
* Company Pension
* + More
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £35,100.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Referral programme
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
* No weekends
Supplemental pay types:
* Bonus scheme
* Commission pay
* Performance bonus
Licence/Certification:
* Manual Driving Licence - Minimum of 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person