Area Sales Specialist (South)

TN United Kingdom; Stafford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dynamic individuals to join their team in Staffordshire. This role involves maximizing sales of Ruminant Feed and Retail products while building strong relationships with customers. The successful candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, annual leave, and access to health support programs. If you're passionate about agriculture and sales, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a supportive family-owned business committed to innovation and community success.

Benefits

25 Days Annual Leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Health Cash Plan

Staff Discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Flexible Life Assurance

Company Pension Scheme

Ongoing Training and Development

Qualifications

• Experience in driving sales growth is essential.
• Ability to analyze data and identify trends for decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Achieving sales targets and acquiring new customers.
• Managing a Sales Pipeline and customer relationships effectively.

Skills

Sales Growth

Data Analysis

Problem Solving

CRM Management

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Agricultural Knowledge

Job description

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Carrs Billington Agriculture is offering a fantastic opportunity to join a growing family-owned business committed to the future of British Agriculture.

Do you have what it takes to develop, grow, and maximize profitable sales of Ruminant Feed and Retail products to customers and prospects within an agreed Sales Policy and territory? If so, you might be the person we are looking for.

ABOUT US

We support rural and agricultural communities daily, helping them succeed with products and services that improve herd health, yields, growth rates, land returns, or provide a helping hand. Every role at Carr's Billington is vital to our shared success, welcoming talent from diverse backgrounds across our retail, feed, machinery, fuel, and support divisions.

Carr's Billington Agriculture is part of The Billington Group, which also owns Criddle & Co., English Provender Company, and Billington Foods.

THE JOB

We seek dynamic individuals based at our Stone Mill, Staffordshire, covering Staffordshire, Derbyshire, and Shropshire.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

1. Achieving sales targets through proactive efforts to acquire new customers, maintain relationships, and upsell products/services.
2. Having detailed product knowledge to explain features and benefits for maximized sales.
3. Building rapport with customers to understand and meet their needs.
4. Managing a Sales Pipeline to identify potential new opportunities.
5. Communicating effectively in person, by phone, or email to promote products and services.
6. Demonstrating products and answering customer questions to maximize sales.
7. Negotiating prices considering customer budgets to offer competitive options and maximize margins.
8. Managing customer debt within company credit policies.
9. Organizing and conducting customer meetings to promote Carrs Billington and its products.
10. Adhering to company policies, safety, health, and environmental standards.
11. Ensuring compliance with legislation and codes of practice like UFAS, FIAS, and NOPS schemes.

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALITIES REQUIRED

• Experience in driving sales growth.
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make decisions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and decision-making under pressure.
• Experience managing a sales ledger via CRM systems.
• Agricultural background preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

BENEFITS

We offer a comprehensive package, including:

• Competitive salary with annual reviews.
• Minimum 25 days' annual leave.
• The opportunity to work within a well-established family business focused on growth and innovation.

Your Health

• Access to Employee Assistance Programme for support and wellbeing advice.
• Generous sick pay entitlement.
• Health Cash Plan for healthcare expenses.

Your Lifestyle

• Staff discounts on products.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Flexible life assurance and critical illness cover options.
• Perks At Work discount website and cashback offers.
• Salary sacrifice schemes, loans, and financial tools.

Your Future

• Company pension scheme after 3 months.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.