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Sales Executive
Sales Executive
Sales executives are usually responsible for managing a combination of outbound approaches and inbound enquiries from potential clients. They may use a combination of email, phone calls, and social media to source leads and may also have access to a dedicated platform to find potential clients.
Key skills
Sales executives need strong communication skills as well as the ability to build rapport quickly while maintaining relationships over time. They need to have good interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt quickly to changing client and market needs.
The technical skills needed for these roles will depend on the type of produces being sold but will at least involve the ability to use a CRM systems (such as Salesforce) and diary management software.
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Sales Executive FAQs
What progression opportunities are available from a sales executive role?
When progressing from sales executive roles there are a number of routes people commonly follow. A lot of people progress from this role into sales mangement positions such as sales manager where they take responsibility for managing a team of staff within the sales function. Alternatively you could progress into a larger role with similar responsiblities by expanding your position to a larger territory or vertical.
What is the average salary for a sales executive in the region?
The average salary for a project manager in the North of England in 2022 was £32,500 although this may include bonus and commission payments.
Do I need a degree to be a sales executive?
Most sales executive roles don't require a degree and instead will focus on your experience and skills. These roles tend to have a stronger focus on your soft skills so being able to demonstrate that you're persuasive communicator who can build relationships will be the key requirements when applying for a sales exetuive position.
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