Job Description:

International Sales Executive

Basildon, Essex | £28,000 - £35,000 Basic + Uncapped Commission (OTE £60,000+)

Are you an ambitious sales professional looking for a role with genuine earning potential and international opportunities?

We're recruiting on behalf of a successful and expanding wholesale business that supplies customers across the UK and global markets. Due to continued growth, they are looking to add an experienced International Sales Executive to their commercial team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong B2B sales experience who enjoys developing new business, building lasting client relationships, and working within a fast-paced commercial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively generate and develop new business opportunities
• Build relationships with customers across the UK and international markets
• Manage the sales process from initial enquiry through to closing deals
• Maintain and grow existing customer accounts
• Identify opportunities to increase revenue and market share
• Deliver excellent customer service and account management
• Keep CRM records updated and manage your sales pipeline effectively
• Consistently achieve and exceed sales targets

What We're Looking For

• Previous B2B sales experience
• Strong new business development skills
• Confident communicator with excellent negotiation abilities
• Target-driven and commercially minded
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to sales
• Experience within wholesale, FMCG, distribution, import/export, or trade sales would be advantageous

Bonus Points For:

• Experience selling into international markets
• Fluency in a second language
• Existing experience working with overseas customers or distributors

What's in it for You?

• £28,000 - £35,000 basic salary
• Uncapped commission structure
• Realistic £60,000+ OTE
• Clear progression opportunities
• Growing international business with ambitious expansion plans
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

This role would suit candidates from backgrounds such as Business Development Executive, Sales Executive, Account Manager, Export Sales Executive, Wholesale Sales Executive, FMCG Sales Representative, or International Business Development Manager.

Apply now to find out more about this exciting opportunity.