Sales Executive - Exhibitions

JR United Kingdom; Colchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Sales Executive for Exhibitions in Colchester. This role involves up-selling to exhibition customers, managing sales portfolios, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have sales experience, strong communication skills, and a proactive attitude.

Qualifications

• Ideally 2 years in a sales and service environment.
• Experience in a contact centre or telephony role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Understand products/services and maximise sales through cross-selling and up-selling.
• Identify new revenue opportunities and collaborate on proactive campaigns.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to influence and negotiate

Target-driven attitude

Collaboration and knowledge sharing

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Sales Executive - Exhibitions, Colchester

Client: Disrupt Talent

Location: Colchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 04.06.2025

Expiry Date: 19.07.2025

Job Description:

Exciting Opportunity: Business Development Executive - Sales Executive for Event & Exhibition.

Location: On-site at our client based in Sutton Coldfield.

Salary: £30,000+ up to 40% bonus.

Role Overview: Your mission will be to up-sell products and services to exhibition customers, ensuring maximum commercial returns and supporting the client's overall vision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sales & Financial Delivery: Understand products and services, manage sales portfolios, and maximise sales through cross-selling and up-selling.
• Business Development: Identify new revenue opportunities and collaborate with management on proactive campaigns.
• Account Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Client Liaison: Provide outstanding customer service and ensure satisfaction with venue requirements.
• Compliance & Corporate Initiatives: Adhere to company policies and support broader NEC Venue and Group Sales strategy.

Skills and Experience:

• Experience: Ideally 2 years in a sales and service environment.
• Technical Skills: Previous experience in a contact centre or telephony role is preferred.
• People Skills: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to influence and negotiate.
• Personal Traits: Thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment with a proactive "can do" attitude.
• Team Player: Willing to collaborate and share knowledge across the organisation.