Account Executive

212 Recruitment; Birchfield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

212 Recruitment is seeking an Account Executive on behalf of a leading commercial wholesaler serving the UK and Europe. You will handle inbound enquiries, contact existing and new customers, and drive sales growth while delivering exceptional service.

Key tasks include providing product information, processing orders, maintaining CRM records, and spotting upsell opportunities. A proactive, energetic communicator will thrive in this fast-paced office environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in internal sales or telesales or customer service.
• Confident communication and professional manner.
• Ability to manage multiple enquiries under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Handle inbound sales enquiries while proactively contacting customers.
• Provide accurate product information, pricing and availability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, ensuring excellent service at all times.
• Process orders efficiently and liaise with warehouse and transport teams to ensure smooth delivery.
• Identify upselling and cross selling opportunities across the product range.
• Maintain CRM records, customer notes and sales activity logs.
• Support the wider sales team with quotations, follow-ups and general administrative tasks.

Skills

Internal sales / BD

Customer service

Communication skills

Order processing

Attention to detail

Deal closing

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Our client is a leading commercial wholesaler supplying customers across the UK and Europe. We're looking for a confident and motivated Account Executive to join their busy sales office and help drive continued growth. If you thrive in a fast paced environment and enjoy building strong customer relationships, this role will suit you well.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle inbound sales enquiries whilst proactively contacting existing and new customers to maximise sales opportunities
• Provide accurate product information, pricing and availability
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, ensuring excellent service at all times
• Process orders efficiently and liaise with warehouse and transport teams to ensure smooth delivery
• Identify upselling and cross selling opportunities across the product range
• Maintain CRM records, customer notes and sales activity logs
• Support the wider sales team with quotations, follow‑ups and general administrative tasks

What You'll Bring

• Previous experience in internal sales/business development, telesales or customer service
• Confident communication skills and a friendly, professional manner
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple enquiries
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when processing orders
• A proactive approach with the ability to spot opportunities and close deals
• Experience within automotive or wholesale sectors is beneficial but not essential

Working hours:

• Monday to Friday 08:30-17:30

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Advertised details may be subject to change based on client requirements