Internal Sales Executive

Rexel Scotland & NI; Oxford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Performance bonus

33 days annual leave

Learning opportunities

Free virtual GP

Staff discounts

Job summary

Rexel UK is seeking an enthusiastic Internal Sales Executive for our Oxford Cowley branch. You will manage existing accounts, develop new business opportunities, and deliver exceptional service to meet branch targets.

Join a team dedicated to customer excellence and grow your expertise as a subject matter expert while supporting trade counter duties and warehouse operations as needed.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a highly competitive, customer-focused sales role.
• Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed sales targets.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport quickly.
• Strong negotiation skills and a talent for closing deals.
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office suite.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify business opportunities.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to developing new business.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
• Customer-centric approach with a passion for delivering exceptional service.
• Flexible and collaborative attitude, willing to support various branch operations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for key account clients and build strong relationships.
• Proactively manage a live portfolio of current customers and identify new profitable accounts.
• Provide excellent customer service via telephone, email, and face-to-face interactions.
• Collaborate with the branch team to ensure timely completion of customer orders.
• Analyse market trends and customer needs to identify new business opportunities.
• Meet and exceed sales targets through account management and new business development.
• Maintain accurate customer records and sales data using CRM software.
• Support trade counter duties and warehouse operations as needed.
• Continuously enhance product knowledge to become a subject matter expert for customers.

Skills

Customer-focused sales

Target achievement

Communication skills

Negotiation

CRM proficiency

Analytical mindset

Self-motivated

Time management

Work under pressure

Customer service

Industry knowledge

Collaborative attitude

Education

None

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

Are you looking for an opportunity where you can deliver customer excellence, evolve trusted customer partnerships and become a subject matter expert?

Company Description

Are you looking for an opportunity where you can deliver customer excellence, evolve trusted customer partnerships and become a subject matter expert?

If so, our Internal Sales Opportunity based at our Oxford Cowley branch could be the perfect next step!

Rexel is a worldwide expert in distributing electric and energy-efficient products and services. Our goal is to provide smart electrical solutions that improve the comfort, safety and security of our customers’ homes, businesses, and industries.

We’re looking for fresh thinkers, team players, and positive individuals like you to be part of our journey.

The Benefits Of a Career With Rexel

• Contributory pension scheme and life assurance
• Bonuses:Performance Related Bonus scheme
• Time Off:33 days annual leave(including bank holidays, increasing throughout the years too!) You can also buy and sell holiday and enjoy enhanced parental leave
• Support & Development:Extensive learning opportunities from day one.
• Health & Wellbeing: Free virtual GP service, Healthy Mind Champions, and more!
• Perks:Staff discounts, exclusive holiday offers and free financial support and education

Job Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and customer-focused Internal Sales Executive to join our dynamic team in Oxford, United Kingdom. In this role, you will be responsible for managing existing customer accounts, developing new business opportunities, and providing exceptional sales service to meet branch targets.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for key account clients, building strong relationships and understanding their unique requirements
• Proactively manage a live portfolio of current customers whilst identifying and developing new profitable accounts
• Provide excellent customer service via telephone, email, and face-to-face interactions to drive customer loyalty
• Collaborate with the wider branch team to ensure timely completion of customer orders
• Analyse market trends and customer needs to identify new business opportunities
• Meet and exceed sales targets through effective account management and new business development
• Maintain accurate customer records and sales data using CRM software
• Support the branch team with trade counter duties and warehouse operations as needed
• Continuously enhance product knowledge to become a subject matter expert for customers

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a highly competitive, customer-focused sales role
• Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed sales targets
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport quickly
• Strong negotiation skills and a talent for closing deals
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office suite
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify business opportunities
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to developing new business
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
• Customer-centric approach with a passion for delivering exceptional service
• Basic understanding of the industry and relevant products (specific knowledge can be developed on the job)
• A flexible and collaborative attitude, willing to support various branch operations

Additional Information

At Rexel UK, we actively seek talent with different experiences, background and perspectives because we know that diversity drives fresh ideas and great results.

Working together as one team, we’re building a high-performance culture that not only drives success but also creates real value for our customers and communities.

Creating an environment where individuality is celebrated and creativity flourishes, we're making sure everyone feels supported and confident to be their best.