About ATL

Ascott Transport Limited is a family owned, rapidly growing force in the delivery of customer focused transport and distribution solutions. We are trusted by some of the biggest household names in the UK across food, engineering and automotive sectors.

We pride ourselves for our commitment to create a supportive, encouraging and progressive workplace. We believe in supporting and investing in our employees' talents to grow and develop within ATL.

About the Sales Executive role

ATL are seeking a motivated and results-driven Sales Assistant to support our sales team with the continued growth of the business. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual to apply for an entry level sales job with key responsibilities. The Sales Assistant will be responsible for assisting the sales team in generating leads, managing client relationships, and closing sales. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator with strong organisational and administrative skills, who is able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

* Assisting the sales team in generating leads and identifying potential customers

* Managing and maintaining client relationships through phone, email, and in-person interactions

* Conducting research to identify new sales opportunities and market trends

* Preparing proposals and sales contracts

* Monitoring sales performance on the freight side of the business

* Administer Salesforce and ensure data is kept up to date

* Collaborating with other departments, such as marketing and the planning team, to ensure a seamless customer experience

* Keeping up-to-date with industry trends and competitive offerings

Required skills and experience

* 1-2 years of experience in sales or customer service

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

* Strong organisational and administrative skills

* Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

* Proficient in Microsoft Office and Salesforce software

* Knowledge of sales strategies

* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Hours, Location and hourly rate

* Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:00

* Location - Foston, Derbyshire

* Salary - £24,000 to £26,000

What's in it for you?

* 30 days holiday including Bank Holidays

* Life Assurance Cover

* Health Cash Plan

* Personal development opportunities

* Free on-site parking

* Competitive salary

We are looking forward to hearing from you