Export Sales Executive
Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire | Full-time, permanent |
Smiths Advanced Metals supplies high-quality metals for specialist uses in some of the world’s most demanding industries, including aerospace, defence and precision engineering. We combine expert product knowledge with good service and reliable on-time delivery. We’re looking for an Export Sales Executive to look after our international customers, mainly across Europe.
What you’ll do
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Manage and grow a portfolio of existing export customers
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Find and win new customers in international markets
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Prepare accurate quotes and follow them up quickly until you get an answer
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Negotiate prices, lead times and terms
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Handle export paperwork and compliance with our logistics team
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Keep the CRM up to date with every call, quote and opportunity
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Report on your sales, pipeline and targets to the Sales Manager
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Attend a few international trade shows and customer visits each year
What you’ll need
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At least 2 years in a sales role where you personally won new customers and worked to targets
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Good negotiation skills and confidence on the phone with buyers
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Experience building and managing your own sales pipeline
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Accuracy with quotes, pricing and paperwork
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Experience using a CRM and Microsoft Office
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A full UK driving licence and a valid passport
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You live within commuting distance of Huntingdon
It would help if you have
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French or Italian at business level
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Experience in metals, engineering or industrial products
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Knowledge of export documentation and Incoterms
What we offer
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A permanent role with an established global supplier
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Support, training and a team that wants you to succeed
HOW TO APPLY
If you are an export sales professional looking for your next challenge — and you have the language skills and commercial drive to make an impact in our international markets — we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a brief covering note outlining your relevant experience, the language skills you bring, and what excites you about this opportunity
