Sales Executive

Sales Executive Location: Hybrid – Edmonton, North London, with UK travelJob Type: Full-time, including one Sunday per monthSalary: £45,000–£50,000 + OTEAbout the RoleWe are looking for a motivated, commercially driven and client-focused Sales Executive to join a growing B2B textile wholesale business. This is an exciting opportunity to join an established business that is going through a period of growth, rebranding and digital transformation. The successful candidate will play an important role in driving revenue, developing new business and strengthening relationships with an established customer base. The role will focus primarily on strategic B2B customers, including resellers, fabric retailers and larger production houses.You will have the opportunity to build and manage your own sales portfolio, develop long-term client relationships and play a key role in identifying new commercial opportunities across the UK.Why Join?Hybrid working environment with flexibility between home and the officeEstablished and growing B2B business with a loyal customer baseCompetitive salary of £45,000–£50,000 + OTEOpportunity to build and grow your own customer portfolioWork closely with senior leadership and an experienced sales teamStrong opportunity for career development and progressionBe part of an exciting period of growth and transformation within the businessRegular opportunity to meet customers face-to-face and develop relationships across the UKResponsibiltiesClient Relationship & Account ManagementManage and grow a portfolio of B2B customers, developing strong and long-term commercial relationshipsUnderstand customer requirements, buying patterns and business needsIdentify opportunities for cross-selling, upselling and increasing customer spendMaintain regular communication with key accounts and conduct account reviewsAct as a key point of contact for customers, ensuring a professional and responsive serviceNew Business & Sales DevelopmentProactively identify and develop new business opportunitiesResearch potential customers and target new accounts across the UKConduct outbound sales activity, including calls, emails and industry networkingDevelop relationships with decision-makers and convert prospects into long-term customersWork towards agreed sales and revenue targetsCustomer Visits & UK TravelArrange and conduct customer meetings and showroom appointmentsTravel regularly across the UK to meet existing and prospective customersAttend sales trips and industry events where appropriateUse face-to-face meetings to strengthen relationships and uncover new commercial opportunitiesSales Reporting & ForecastingMaintain accurate records of customer interactions, opportunities and sales activity within the CRMManage your sales pipeline effectivelyProvide regular updates on sales performance, opportunities and forecastsParticipate in regular sales reviews and contribute to wider commercial planningInternal CollaborationWork closely with buying, merchandising, marketing and warehouse teamsEnsure customer requirements are communicated effectively across the businessHelp resolve customer queries and issues quickly and professionallyShare market and customer insights with the wider teamWhat We’re Looking For2–3 years of demonstrable sales experience, ideally within B2B, wholesale, physical products or textilesExperience selling to retailers, resellers, manufacturers or production businesses would be advantageousPrevious experience within the textile, fashion, interiors, craft or related industries would be beneficialExperience as a Sales Agent would be an advantageProven ability to build and maintain strong customer relationshipsConfident in identifying and converting new business opportunitiesCommercially sharp, target-driven and motivated by achieving resultsStrong communication, negotiation and persuasive selling skillsProfessional, confident and personable approach with customersFast learner with strong commercial common senseComfortable working independently while also collaborating with a wider teamExperience using CRM systems and digital sales toolsFull UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly throughout the UK