Junior Sales Executive

Job description
Department: Sales
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Bristol
Compensation: £26,000 / year
Description
We are have a fantastic opportunity for Sales Executive (which is known as a Delegate Sales Executive within GDS) to join the Delegate Acquisition arm of our Sales function. In the position of DSE, you will play a vital role within GDS, as you are responsible for attracting senior decision makers from leading global brands to attend GDS’s market leading events.
At GDS we pride ourselves on rewarding our sales team, so as well as a base salary starting at £26,000 p/a, you will also receive a monthly, uncapped commission scheme so your success is recognised and rewarded.
About The Role
• Research senior executives to establish who they are and what they are trying to achieve within their given market
• Identify and engage with the most senior executives from Blue-Chip/ Fortune 500 organisations globally - our clients include IBM, AWS, Microsoft and many more!
• Speaking with senior decision makers from leading global brands about their priority projects and communicate our capability to directly match their projects to technology companies
• Manage the entire sales process from initial client contact through to post-sale follow up

What You Will Bring To The Role
• Brilliant verbal (telephone) and written communication skills
• The ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Able to demonstrate commercial awareness
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• A drive to (over) achieve targets and goals
• The ability to take initiative and work independently as well as in a team environment
• A desire to learn and develop your skills - we have the tools and training to make you great at what you do!

What's In It For You
• Extensive sales training
• Exceptional career progression - we’re a true meritocracy, fast growing and promotion opportunities are regular
• Industry leading commission and bonus package (uncapped)
• Fantastic culture & working environment.
• Chairman’s Club, exciting sales competitions, staff days out