THIS IS AN OFFICE-BASED ROLE. THERE ARE NO REMOTE/HYBRID OPTIONS. YOU NEED TO BE COMMUTABLE DISTANCE TO SALISBURY.
Our client is a leading manufacturer within the pet sector.
They are looking to recruit a Sales Support Executive to join their busy Account Manager Team, working with European distributors. The ability to speak fluent German is essential.


Position Purpose
This position will assist with the overall effectiveness of the sales team and Salisbury office by being a primary point of contact for customers, clients, and enquirers. This role will play an important part supporting KEY ACCOUNT MANAGERS & Other SALES SUPPORT Colleagues, helping deliver sales through effective planning and organisation.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
*Translate materials into German where appropriate and skill set allows.
*Respond to website and email queries in local languages.
*Complete Customer New Line & Promotional administrative forms.
*Monitor and update selected Customer websites, which includes adding and removing products, images, content, promotions, recipes, videos and more.
*Build relationships with Distributor sales teams, helping enable them with the right tools to sell - e.g. Marketing Materials.
*Key POS requests into systems and use other applications. Track the POS to ensure they get delivered on time.
*Answering the general phone lines and resolving / directing accordingly.
*Organise trade shows, in UK & EU, and attend them where required.
*Develop the database of independent & chain retailers
*Develop the database of BELIEVERS.
*Helping the Sales Support team/ Administration as required, particularly on days off or vacation.
*Help the sales team as required.
*Other duties as assigned & assist team with support as needed.
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Job Qualifications
*Fluent German and English speaker.
*Strong written and verbal communication skills.
*Positive telephone manner.
*Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and IT skills in general.
*Work well with tight deadlines, be flexible as priorities change.
*Effectively communicate ideas and activities across departments.
*Ability to work independently, prioritise multiple tasks and quickly learn new skills.
*Ability to analyse and solve problems.
*Proactive approach to executing new projects.
*Ability to use independent judgment, analyze information and formulate recommendations.
*Strong project management skills.
*Ability to provide outstanding customer service.
*Ability to use discretion and absolute confidentiality where necessary.
*Must be able to lift 25-50 pounds and occasional up to 100 pounds with assistance.
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Please note we regret that due to the high volume of CVs received we cannot give individual feedback to candidates. If you are not contacted within 5 working days of submitting your CV please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
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