Sales Executive - Oxfordshire area

Location Oxfordshire
Discipline: Sales, Marketing
Job type: Permanent: Full Time
Salary: £34,000 + 20% bonus scheme
Contact name: Cara Hearn

Contact email: cara@sarahwest.co.uk
Job ref: VR/502
Published: 15 days ago

Sales Executive

£34,000 + 20% bonus scheme

Oxfordshire area

Are you ready to take on a new challenge in the dynamic beverage industry?

I have partnered with one of the leading drinks brands who are looking for a Sales Executive. My client is looking for someone with a good understanding of both the nightlife culture and local venues within the South West area, a positive can-do attitude, interested in working within the Bar, Club, and Festival industry while also having the willingness to want to learn and develop their skills and industry knowledge.

The role:

  • Strengthen and nurture our long-term professional relationships with established customers, and create new alliances with key influencers and industry experts.

  • Create and implement clever tactics and creative tools to deliver an outstanding pitch.

  • Know your region like the back of your hand, keep an eye on the latest trends, and maintain a sharp look-out for new opportunities

  • Bring the brand to life, from the trendiest cafés and bars, the best clubs in town, and the biggest festivals, to the most private and exclusive events.

  • Take full responsibility for the On-Premise sales and marketing activities for your region

  • Build your personal reputation within the local scene based on your extensive knowledge of the gastronomy industry and the latest trends

  • Make every appointment with your customers the highlight of their day. They look forward to benefitting from your insightful thoughts, astute observations, and strategic considerations.

The person:

  • Full UK driving licence

  • Must have knowledge of the local nightlife - And you must enjoy a night out as this will be part of your role!

  • Able to work independently and have fun doing so.

  • Unwavering enthusiasm for gastronomy, and endless fascination with the driving forces that shape it.

  • Passion, commitment, and personal conviction

  • A proactive go-getter who thrives in a dynamic sales environment.

  • Skilled in negotiations, with a proven track record of securing and growing client accounts.

  • Adaptable and strategic, with a sharp focus on meeting and exceeding sales targets.

  • Excellent interpersonal skills, capable of fostering strong relationships to enhance business growth.

Benefits:

  • Enhanced annual leave - 25 days + bank holidays

  • Annual salary review

  • Bonus scheme of salary based on performance matrix and behaviour/attitude

  • iPad, iPhone, and laptop provided

  • Company car

  • Private healthcare and eyecare

  • Funding towards WIFI costs

  • Funding towards a gym membership

Interested to find out more? Get in touch with Cara at cara@sarahwest.co.uk or apply now