Internal Sales Executive

Mitsubishi Pencil Company UK Ltd
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9 months ago
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Job Advert: Internal Sales Executive

Location: Milton Keynes

Function: Sales

Start Date: April 2025


We are looking for a highly driven individual to join our Sales team atMitsubishi Pencil. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious team player who has a real drive to deliver both growth and value within their selected customer base. You will be a key member of the sales team, with the responsibility of growing a key brand for theMitsubishi Pencilportfolio.


About the Role:


As the Internal Sales Executive, you will be tasked with the objective of calling and managing a number of key independent retailer accounts, while supporting other members of the external sales team. This is a predominantly Telesales based role with emphasis on customer interaction to deliver sales growth.


Responsibilities:


  • Accountability for a number of key independent high street retailers:, responsibility to grow both sales and profitability


  • Complete both inbound & outbound calls:Responsible for sales calls to existing customer plus taking incoming calls from your customer base


  • Hit and exceed call and sales targets– Maintain required call frequency


  • Maintain excellent working relationships with existing customers:Using your experience to develop an understanding of your customers and their business


  • Obtain and organise customer and prospect visits for the external salesperson:Support External Account Manager & arrange customer visits if required from your customer


  • Attend monthly sales meetings: Attend and contribute to the monthly Sales and marketing meeting


  • Quote prices to customer as and when required: Responsibility for pricing for your set of customers, maintaining their price files and margin.


  • Answer technical questions from our product range: Once fully trained you will be one of the go to staff members for technical information.


  • Provide admin support for the external sales team: Support the external sales team for any tasks that may be easily carried out by an office based member of the team.


What We’re Looking For:

  • A minimum of 2 years’ sales experience, either within a telesales environment or within an account management role
  • An excellent understanding of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel
  • Flexibility on daily working hours, if required
  • Ability to analyse sales figures and pick out any key factors to help drive sales
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Negotiation skills
  • Ability to work in a team
  • The drive to continuously grow sales and margin
  • A high level of confidence to make external calls and support customers


Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team, where your insights and strategies will have a real impact on the business. You'll have the chance to work across both traditional retail and digital platforms, constantly innovating and delivering meaningful results.

If you're ready to make a difference and have a passion for marketing, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team as aInternal Sales Executiveat Mitsubishi Pencil.


Application Process:

To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and interest in the role to . Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

We want to ensure you have the best opportunity to showcase your skills and potential. Here’s what to expect during our three-stage interview process:

Initial Introductory Meeting

  • A friendly, informal chat focused on getting to know you better and discussing your CV in detail.

Second Interview

  • A more in-depth conversation centred around your professional experience.
  • We’ll also explore your abilities through competency-based questions to assess your fit for the role.

Final Interview to meet the Managing Director

  • A comprehensive session that includes a task relevant to the role and a presentation to demonstrate your problem-solving skills and approach.


This structured process helps us understand your unique strengths while giving you a clear picture of what it’s like to be part of our team.


Mitsubishi Pencil is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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