UK Sales Executive

At O&3, we are not just manufacturing natural ingredients, we are shaping the future of beauty worldwide. As a fast growing force in the global cosmetics industry, we combine innovation with authenticity, delivering premium natural ingredients trusted by leading brands across the world.

Our strength lies in our people. Every individual at O&3 brings energy, creativity, and commitment and together, we are driving a business that doesn’t just keep up with a fast moving marketplace but sets the pace for it. Excellence is our standard, and growth is our mindset.

In July 2023, O&3 entered an exciting new chapter when global distribution leader IMCD acquired a majority shareholding in our business. This powerful partnership strengthens our global reach, accelerates our growth, and creates extraordinary opportunities for the future.

Why Join Us?

At O&3 your career is more than just a job – it is an adventure. You will face inspiring challenges, seize growth opportunities, and play a vital role in our journey to lead the industry. We are looking for people with a positive mindset, strong work ethic, and a hunger to learn.

We celebrate diversity and individuality, providing an inclusive and empowering environment where you can thrive and be your best self.

If you are ready to make an impact, grow with a global business, and be part of something exciting – we want to hear from you.

About You

We’re looking for an enthusiastic individual with a positive outlook and a willingness to learn to join our growing, fun and inclusive company.

If you are excited about working in Sales and have all the experience we need or just some of what we’re looking for – please go ahead and apply. It’s the person we hire, not the CV. Full training will be provided.

Job Description

You will be responsible for an existing portfolio of a customers who purchase natural ingredients; quickly building rapport and effectively maintaining relationships. You will be responsible for developing the accounts by cross

selling our natural ingredients, providing quotations, and seeking new opportunities for growth. You will also be following up on inbound sales leads and developing new customer relationships, seeking new opportunities for growth in the market.

The successful candidate will have customer service at the forefront and be ready to join a collaborative team who work together to support the growth of the business.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Nurture and grow an existing client base while quickly building rapport through various digital channels.
• Manage a busy inbound inbox with requests for customer quotations.
• Develop new client relationships through inbound marketing leads.
• Work with clients and other O&3 departments to resolve day-to-day queries.
• Manage customer orders through to completion.
• Liaise with other internal departments to support with pricing requests, client credit limits and technical queries.
• Primarily desk based – but you may be required to attend face-face customer meetings, company events and Industry exhibitions.
• Some foreign travel may be required to attend events and exhibitions.

Essential Skills and Attributes:

• 1 year sales experience in a B2B environment preferred but is not essential.
• Business development experience in a B2B environment preferred but not essential.
• Be confident, enthusiastic, and a friendly personality, with a proactive and can-do attitude.
• Ability to manage a busy workload and prioritise tasks.
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong IT skills in Outlook & Microsoft Office, and previous experience with SAP would be an advantage but not essential.
• Punctual with solid time-keeping.

Benefits:

• 37.5 Hours a week – Full Time, 9am – 5pm
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Onsite safe free parking
• A culture that fosters inclusion and diversity
• Pension Scheme
• Free Staff Oil
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free Eye Tests
• Smart Casual Dress
• Life Insurance
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Health & Wellbeing Events

Location: O&3 UK, Ripon, North Yorkshire

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