Customer Sales Advisor
£26,830.00 basic salary + bonus + benefits
Permanent/Full time
Tamworth
An exciting opportunity to join an energetic Sales Team where you can take ownership of a customer portfolio in the Contract Catering/Compass sector, delivering sales growth and consistently providing top-tier service and support in accordance with the Sales Desk Quality Manual.
Why should I apply?
This company is a well-established leader in the catering and hospitality sector, providing a stable and trusted environment for career growth. You'll have the chance to work with major clients while developing your skills withing a supportive, people-focused culture. As part of a larger group, it also offers strong progression opportunities and competitive rewards.
Key Responsibilities
- Be the first point of contact: answer incoming calls within 3 rings and respond to emails within 24 hours.
- Manage Credit Control notes within 48 hours and communicate back orders clearly to customers.
- Process orders accurately to deliver outstanding customer service and minimise errors.
- Generate quotes within 48 hours, promoting sales and upselling where possible.
- Keep our systems updated consistently with accurate, relevant information.
- Spot and act on opportunities from calls and live chats to generate leads and drive sales.
- Use marketing materials and product knowledge to win business and propose alternatives to avoid back orders.
- Identify opportunities to switch customers to our exclusive brand and maximise profit margins on all sales.
- Support colleagues and management with tenders, product sourcing, and other sales initiatives.
- Achieve KPIs, maintain a positive attitude, and participate in regular 1-2-1s to grow skills and performance.
About You
- Customer-Focused: Experienced in office-based customer service and sales, hitting targets and driving results.
- Industry Knowledge: Familiar with catering equipment or related sectors and understanding customer needs.
- Communicator: Confident on the phone and in writing, building strong relationships at all levels.
- Tech-Savvy & Analytical: Computer literate, numerate, with strong admin and problem-solving skills.
- Proactive & Reliable: Tenacious, self-motivated, able to work independently or as part of a team.
- Detail-Oriented: Methodical, disciplined, adaptable, with a perfectionist approach to tasks and processes.
What's in It for You
- Career Growth: Opportunities to develop your skills, achieve targets, and advance within a supportive team.
- Dynamic Work Environment: Work with a respected brand in the catering equipment industry, engaging with customers and colleagues daily.
- Reward & Recognition: Competitive rewards, KPIs, and incentives for high performance and sales success.
- Team Culture: Be part of a motivated, collaborative, and supportive team that values your contribution.