Sales Executive – Oxford, UK
Oxford
Job TypePermanent
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Sales Executive at Leading Edge Aviation is responsible for generating new business opportunities, closing deals, and exceeding sales targets. You’ll be a key part of our growth strategy and will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the company success.
ROLE DUTIES
Lead Generation
- Identify and qualify new leads through various channels including CRM, social media interaction, and trade shows capturing relevant information in line with GDPR.
- To attend the key flyer shows, open days and events throughout the year in order to generate interest in Leading Edge Aviation as one of the leading pilot training organisations in Europe.
Sales Process
- Make outbound calls to hot leads, building rapport and presenting our courses in a compelling and persuasive manner without hard sell.
- Attend Open Days and Trade Shows such a Pilot Careers Live, where you will represent the company at industry events, networking with future pilots and their families, generating leads.
- Work with the wider sales and marketing team to ensure each potential customer is given a first class, seamless experience, ensuring the customer feels valued.
- Assess all leads, managing them through the sales process with follow up calls, messaging and emails and academy tours.
- Maintain accurate records and sensitive handling of documentation of potential students throughout the sales process in line with GDPR.
- Work alongside the sales team, adhering to the team’s contact strategy and maintain relationships with aspiring pilots and their families.
Marketing
- Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to maximise the identification and conversion of sales opportunities.
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Proven experience in building relationships on the phone, online and in person.
- Be able to work effectively under high pressure situations e.g. busy open days and trade shows.
- Proven ability in a target driven sales environment, selling high-end products and services.
- Exceptional organisation skills.
- Excellent administrative skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills.
- Self-motivated and results-oriented.
- Strong work ethic and desire to succeed.
- Pride in your appearance.
- Experience in the aviation industry is preferred although not essential as training will be provided.
How to Apply:
Ready to take flight with Leading Edge Aviation? Send your CV and a cover letter that tells us about your relevant experience to talent@leadingedgeaviation.com. We’ll be in touch if you’ve been shortlisted for an interview.
Thank you for considering a career with Leading Edge Aviation!
Talent Team
talent@leadingedgeaviation.com