Sales Co-ordinator

Job Introduction

Sodexo Live! have an amazing opportunity in the vibrant city of Nottingham for a highly motivated individual  to join us as our Sales Co-ordinator.

Supporting the Sales Manager and wider team, you will create and execute sales activities to drive business growth, proactively searching for new clients and development existing relationships. This is a hands-on role, where you will be converting bookings, following up leads, showing customers around the site and helping them plan their events. You will build relationships with both internal and external clients, all while maintaining exceptional data management using our provided CRM tools.

We’re experience makers and food fanatics. Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring personality, your background and your desire for delighting others. In return we’ll give you all you need to thrive. Because at Sodexo Live! we’re so much more. Be part of something greater.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Exceed targets by providing customers with a motivating and exemplary sales experience 
• To develop existing accounts and engage with them to increase their commitment. 
• Manage sales enquiries  
• Prepare and issue contracts and invoices for all sales 
• Manage debt through collecting payments in a timely manner  
• Maintain an up to date CRM system, logging all enquiries and cleansing data  
• Answer all incoming calls in a professional and efficient manner  
• Understand the local & national market in order to sell effectively against the competition from both the venue and catering perspective.   
• Assist with entertaining, sales missions, networking and exhibitions  
• Attend relevant team meetings 
• Maintain accurate records on current key clients and prospects through the CRM system. 
• Achieve personal KPI's to be agreed with Line Manager 
• For a full list of responsibilities please view the attached job description

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

You will have a proven track record in a customer focused role, preferable within the hospitality industry. 

You will also have:

• A good researcher, negotiator, and client focussed approach 
• An excellent telephone manner 
• Excellent administration skills
• Excellent communication verbal & written skills 
• Excellent business relationship building skills and understanding of customer needs 
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver measurable sales targets 
• Excellent time management and organisational skills in order to prioritise various job demands 
• Proven negotiation skills

WHAT WE OFFER

In return for your commitment and expertise you will be rewarded with a salary of £28,000, plus access to our extensive benefits package, which includes:

• Contributory pension scheme of up to 6%
• Sales incentive scheme
• A buy and sell holiday scheme of up to 3 days (FTE)
• Volunteering days via our charity partner STOP HUNGER
• Numerous voluntary benefits, including dental care, gym discounts, retail / hospitality

By joining Sodexo Live!, you will be part of something greater, working in an environment that fosters innovation and supports your professional growth.