Sales Executive
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Position Overview & Specifications
Sales Executive
Permanent Position
Full Time hours Monday to Friday 900am to to 5.30pm
Salary Salary: 25K OTE 30K uncapped (Dependent on Experience & Qualifications)
Our client Clip Drape International is the exclusive European Distributor for Snap Drape International.
They have been the market leader for supplying table coverings and associated products to the hospitality industry for the last 40 years. Their customers include Shangri-La, Claridge’s, Dorchester Hotel Collection, Hilton Hotels, Marriott Hotel Group, Intercontinental Hotel Group etc. Working alongside Snap Drape International for the last 17 years gives them the knowledge and experience to be able to deliver an unprecedented reputation within the industry.
A Sales Executive is required for the Sales Office, offering a fantastic opportunity for the successful candidate to join this small business in Ashford, Kent. They currently have over 35 years combined experience within the hospitality industry and are continually growing.
Key Experience:
- Essential Comprehensive Understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Understanding of Sage Accounts
- Understanding of different CRM systems
- Confident & approachable telephone manner
- Previous experience in a Sales Role
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Generating sales leads, database driven and website opportunities
- Arranging quotes for existing and potential customers
- Site Meetings
- Order processing
- Order Invoicing
- Receiving incoming calls for existing and new projects
- Making telephone calls for new business.
- Overseeing deliveries and assisting the Sales Office with administrative requirements.
- Understanding of Importing and Exporting.
This position requires a strong business-like Sales Executive who wants to make the difference and succeed. The role will develop with an individual who has ambition, self-motivation, drive and enthusiasm.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £25,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Ashford, TN25 4AZ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Sales Executive roles across Digiden Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £25,000 - £30,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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