Account Executive at The Career Network

Job description

Requirements

• To grow the business with existing and new accounts within a defined industry portfolio
• To sell, market and promote food ingredients products to current and potential customers.
• Identify new opportunities within the market segments.
• Increase sales, gross profit and volume budget expectations.
• Manage and forecast product within the industry categories assigned for both existing and new business achieved.
• To actively provide reports and market intelligence on a monthly basis in relation to the markets specified
• Liaise with purchasing department regarding stock purchasing and costing requirements.
• Liaise with customer service & supply chain personnel in relation to customer orders.
• 2-5 years Food sales-orientated environment essential
• Willingness to increase product knowledge
• Ability to build on customer relationships
• High degree customer orientation -commitment to customer problem solving with an ability to deliver high service levels.
• Attention to detail in all aspects of the business
• High level of negotiation skills and ability to identifying opportunities.
• Excellent communication skills, internal and external customers
• High level of computer skill and accuracy
• Positive outlook and approach to business and customers
• A strong work ethic