SALES EXECUTIVE / CLIENT ACCOUNT MANAGER

Location: Par, Cornwall (Office-based with travel)
Salary: £40,000 OTE (Basic: £26,500–£28,000) + Benefits
Type: Full-time, Permanent
A successful and growing design, manufacturing, and retail company based in Par, Cornwall is seeking a Sales Executive / Client Account Manager to manage existing customer relationships while driving new business development.
The company designs, manufactures, and supplies high-quality lighting products to both retail and wholesale markets across the UK. This is a great opportunity for a sales professional who enjoys a mix of office-based work and client-facing visits.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Experience in sales or account management
• Background in lighting or electrical products is advantageous but not essential (full training provided)
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams)
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Able to manage deadlines and sales targets under pressure
• Willingness to travel and communicate with clients outside regular office hours when required
• Comfortable using CRM tools and following up on appointments and calls
• Eager to learn and complete internal product and skills training

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and develop relationships with existing clients
• Identify and pursue new sales opportunities across multiple sectors
• Sell to wholesalers, interior designers, retailers, and commercial clients
• Maintain regular client contact, upsell where possible, and ensure smooth order processing
• Use CRM systems for communication tracking and appointment management
• Attend client site visits as required – flexibility is essential, with visits ranging from monthly to several times per week