Export Sales

Smiths Advanced Metals; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Smiths Advanced Metals is seeking an experienced export sales professional to manage and grow an international accounts portfolio, develop new opportunities, and build lasting relationships with customers worldwide.

You will prepare quotations, coordinate with the sales team, manage export/import documentation, and monitor key metrics, with a focus on accuracy and timely delivery. A UK driving licence and CRM proficiency are required.

Qualifications

• A proven track record of success in a Sales or International Sales role.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Proficiency with CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools.
• A full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Managing and growing an existing portfolio of international export accounts
• Proactively identifying and developing new export sales opportunities
• Building strong, lasting relationships with international customers
• Preparing and issuing accurate quotations
• Working with sales staff to develop organisational goals
• Managing export/import documentation and compliance requirements
• Recording all activity, accounts, and opportunities in the CRM system
• Monitoring and reporting on key metrics
• Representing Smiths Advanced Metals at international trade shows

Skills

Export sales

CRM proficiency

New business development

Negotiation

Communication

UK driving licence

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Smiths Advanced Metals is a leading global supplier of high-quality metals and plastics for specialist applications. We offer a wide range of products that meet the specific requirements of the world's most demanding industries. Our strength is our ability to combine our expertise in product quality with added-value service and robust on-time delivery.

Responsibilities and job duties will include:

• Managing and growing an existing portfolio of international export accounts
• Proactively identifying and developing new export sales opportunities
• Building strong, lasting relationships with international customers
• Preparing and issuing accurate quotations
• Working with sales staff to develop organisational goals
• Managing export/import documentation and compliance requirements
• Recording all activity, accounts, and opportunities in the CRM system
• Monitoring and reporting on key metrics
• Representing Smiths Advanced Metals at international trade shows

We are looking for candidates with the following experience:

• A proven track record of success in a Sales or International Sales role
• Strong negotiation skills
• A skilled communicator and presenter
• Proven track record of creating and developing sales pipelines
• A relentless learner
• High attention to detail and level of accuracy
• Proficiency with CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools
• A full UK driving licence