Proactive Sales Executive

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the luxury interior furnishings sector is seeking a Proactive Sales Executive in Preston. This role involves enhancing customer relationships, driving sales through strategic contact, and leveraging data insights for growth. Ideal candidates will possess proven sales experience and exceptional communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven sales experience, preferably in call centers or mail order.
• Strong business acumen and industry understanding.
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop sales strategies for smaller customers.
• Contact customers for performance reviews and project support.
• Analyze performance data and report on sales metrics.

Skills

Sales experience

Business sense

Communication skills

CRM experience

Product knowledge

Job description

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Proactive Sales Executive, Preston, Lancashire

Location: Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Proactive Sales Executive to support the growth and development of our trade customer base. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering exceptional service, identifying opportunities through data-driven insights, and implementing effective contact strategies to strengthen customer relationships and achieve sales targets.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement tailored sales strategies for smaller turnover customers, focusing on maximising the placement of pattern books in the marketplace.
• Contact customers to review performance, understand current projects, and promote collections.
• Understand customer needs to maximise sales opportunities.
• Secure future business through appropriate service and support.
• Develop and deliver customer contact strategies using all contact tools.
• Deliver excellent customer service to maximise sales opportunities.
• Input customer feedback into CRM.
• Work with the Customer Service Team to ensure order accuracy.
• Follow up on calls/emails.
• Analyse performance and provide data insights.
• Submit regular reports and monitor sales performance.
• Complete administrative tasks associated with the role.
• Meet personal sales targets as part of the team.
• Employ effective sales techniques to promote products, upsell, and cross-sell.

Measures of Success:

• Achievement of sales budgets and year-on-year growth.
• Adherence to expenditure budgets.
• Number of calls and emails per day.
• Sales success aligned with budgeted plans.

Connecting with Others:

• Sales colleagues, customers, Customer Service, Finance, and Senior Management.

Skills & Experience:

• Proven sales experience, including call centres or mail order catalogues.
• Strong business sense and industry knowledge.
• Product knowledge and experience building long-term relationships.
• Self-driven, results-oriented, positive outlook.
• CRM experience.
• Outstanding communication skills.

About Us:

Sanderson Design Group is an international luxury interior furnishings company with a rich history dating back to 1860. We design, manufacture, and market wallpapers, fabrics, and interior products. Our brands include Sanderson, Morris & Co., Zoffany, Harlequin, Clarke & Clarke, Scion, Anstey Wallpaper Company, and Standfast & Barracks. Our purpose is "To bring the Beautiful into People’s Homes and Lives".