Trainee Sales Executive

Rowan International is a Specialist International Distributor of products from fmcg manufacturers into the thriving discount channel.

As the market leader with a turnover in excess of £45m (and growing), Rowan has an extensive list of customers across Europe.

The Sales function at Rowan is core to the business, responsible for selling a wide range of products encompassing the entire grocery sector, both foods and non-foods.

The opportunity

Rowan International currently seek high calibre individuals educated to degree level to join our sales team to contribute to our continued growth.

You will be working as part of the sales team to provide full support and be able to “learn the business” firsthand.

Responsibilities

1. Providing support to the existing sales team
2. Market research in the discount channel through store visits to understand market pricing and products.
3. Liaising and negotiating with client to secure best sale price.
4. Account Management.
5. Developing and maintaining client relationships.
6. Providing insight into current market trends and products.
7. Liaising with internal departments for information related to deals.
8. Liaising with client to obtain specific deal information, arrangement of deliveries and resolving day to day issues, whilst at the same time identifying any other potential opportunities.
9. Completion of all the necessary information for deal negotiation.

Development

As you learn and understand the sales process, there will be opportunities to develop your own accounts from an existing customer base and become responsible for the sales profitability of those accounts.

Key attribute

Ø       Fluent Italian and/or Spanish

Ø       Interpersonal skills

Ø       Clear and persuasive written and verbal skills

Ø       Mathematical ability and computer literate (including Excel skills)

Ø       Effective negotiation skills

Ø       Strong planning and organisational capabilities

Ø       Tenacity and endeavour – not afraid of hard work

Ø       Team player

Ø       Willing to go “the extra mile”

Ø       Educated to degree level

What we offer

For the successful applicant, after the initial introductory period, which can range from 3 – 6 months, you can expect to take on additional sales responsibilities and become responsible for your own customer portfolio. Long term, the position will develop into a sales role with significant earning potential.

Location

Basildon, Essex. Needs to be within 45 minute commute or be prepared to relocate)

Must hold a full and clean driving license.  

Salary £20K + Bonus scheme after training period is completed.