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inside account executive Milton Keynes, England

Routeco

Full Time Milton Keynes, England 24000 - 12.04 GBP ANNUAL Today

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INTERNAL SALES

Routeco is looking towards a bright future as a growing part of Sonepar, an independent family-owned company with global market leadership (44,500 people, an annual turnover of 21.6 billion euros) in B-to-B distribution of electrical products, solutions and related services.

You’ll be joining a growing organisation in the UK of over 250 associates at one of the UK's leading distributors of industrial automation and control products.

We encourage development and progression both within individuals and in the business by constantly moving forward and are open to acquisitions that help to strengthen our skills and offerings to also provide the best for our customers and our associates.

If you are looking for a company that has a long-term vision and cares about its people and the planet, then look no further.
We want you to join and contribute to a team that is constantly striving to be La Référence.

ARE YOU THE PERSON WE ARE LOOKING FOR?

An opportunity has arisen within our Milton Keynes Service Centre for an Internal Sales role to expand our existing team. Working in the Sales department at Routeco means working closely with our customers on the phone, via email and face to face, and maximising sales opportunities.
So, we are looking for someone with initiative, determination and self-motivation who enjoys dealing with people and understands the nature of working within a team.

Promote, sell and advise customers on compatible products and services and demonstrate sufficient commercial awareness and powers of persuasion to negotiate prices which enable you to help the branch meet its KPI.
Liaise confidently with existing and new customers, over the phone and email
Provide support and servicing skills for our customers so good communications skills will be needed to deal with all aspects of orders and enquiries.
Produce quotes and process customer orders.
Ensure accuracy of orders and push forward with outstanding orders to ensure we meet customer expectations, something that requires persistence and attention to detail.
Handle non-franchise purchasing and check the customer is advised on availability of products, pricing and discounts.
Create and maintain relationships so you need to enjoy dealing with people and be confident that you can make a good impression.
Take charge of your personal development and contribute to the evaluation of performance in line with Routeco’s core competencies and learning and development framework.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING TO ROUTECO?

To deal with customers, you need a solid education with GSCEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English
Our computer operations require a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and data entry systems.
Experience in a similar sales/customer service environment will be a major benefit when you are dealing with clients
We are looking for someone with drive, initiative and vision who wants to build a career

WHAT ROUTECO CAN OFFER YOU

You will receive a salary of upto £24,000
Commencing with 25 days holiday a year, increasing with length of service upto 30 days, with the option to flex up/down 5 days
Long Service Awards (gifts and one-off holiday awards of up to 5 days extra in anniversary year)
Membership to a health and wellbeing cashback scheme
Life Assurance of 2 times salary
Membership to a group personal pension plan with employer contributions set at 5%
Discretionary on the spot and value-based awards
LinkedIn Learning Licence
Paid time off for our Volunteering scheme
Associate Discounts Portal
Recruitment referral bonuses
Payroll Giving options with Company Contributions
Access to salary sacrifice Cycle Scheme
Wellbeing support including App, Hub and Mental Health First Aiders
Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (Unum)
Gym membership discounts
Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave
Long Service Awards
Work Place giving

Routeco are committed to embedding diversity and inclusion across the whole organisation, a place where we can all be ourselves. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all current and prospective employees and will not discriminate based on a person’s race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, source of income, parental status, or any other protected status and we will strive to build a culture that values meritocracy, openness, fairness, and transparency.

We aim for an inclusive work environment where everyone can reach their full potential. If you require any adjustments to our recruitment process, please let us know as part of your application.

A Culture of inclusivity where People, Planet and Purpose are a core Pillar.

Are you ready to make a difference?

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