Job Description
Sales Executive
Join Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation. Our Residential Controls business designs and manufactures heating, hot water, and smart home solutions under the Drayton brand, with most products made in Plymouth, UK.
The business is investing heavily in new product design, market expansion and further development of existing markets. In particular, it is creating an exciting new range of Internet and cloud-connected smart products to exploit the opportunities provided by the rapid growth of the Internet of Things (IoT).
You may have some of our products in your home!
Your Mission:
Develop strong relationships with merchant trade partners and installers to grow brand awareness and sales. Identify opportunities for greater exposure through, training, trading events, promotions and targeted campaigns that drive advocacy and opportunity for you to grow our business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage accounts across national and independent merchants in Home Counties & Greater London.
- Grow existing accounts and implement new initiatives.
- Achieve sales targets and provide accurate forecasts.
- Collaborate with Key Account Managers and Area Sales Managers.
- Support trade events and provide market insights.
About You:
We’re looking for someone with a passion for success — on the job and beyond. You will need to be open to developing and being challenged. We are looking for you to be team orientated, versatile, open minded and autonomous.
- Early in your sales career, ambitious and driven.
- Based in South UK (RG/GU postcodes ideal).
- Degree educated with proven sales success.
- Self-motivated, strong communication and presentation skills.
- CRM experience; open-minded and innovative.
- HVAC or construction product knowledge desirable.
Other Details:
- Location: Home-based in South UK.
- Travel: Up to 80% within Home Counties & Greater London.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme, 28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays, Holiday Buy programme, Pension Scheme, Employee Share Ownership Programme, Various Health & Wellbeing Support Options, Gym Flex, Career Hub (internal mobility opportunities + access to mentors & projects globally), Shopping & Dining Discounts, Learning Portal and much more.
At Schneider Electric, Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of our organisation, it's an integral part of our history, culture, and identity. We recognise that embracing diversity unlocks innovation and creativity and fosters collaboration.
We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our communities and the customers we serve. As a result, our teams are stronger to drive the company's future.
“We are proudly participating in the Disability Confident Program offering support to people in the workplace who consider themselves living with a disability.”
Apply now and help us shape the future of smart home solutions!