Sales Executive / Account Manager In Golf Industry
Watford, England, United Kingdom
Job description Job description SALES EXECUTIVE / ACCOUNT MANAGER Company Description JS Golf Brands is a leading golf distributor to the trade in the UK and Europe, offering well-known brands like Superstroke, Lamkin, Bettinardi, Clicgear, Oakley, and BagBoy. With over 30 years of experience and trusted by major industry players, JS Golf Brands is the go-to choice for upgrading retail offerings in the golf industry. Role Description This is a full-time on-site role located in Watford for a Sales & Marketing Executive in the Golf Industry. The role involves account management, sales & new business development A small part of the role involves marketing. Qualifications Strong Communication abilities Strong Sales experience Excellent interpersonal skills Knowledge of the golf industry is very important & would be advantageous Bachelor's degree would be an advantage 1) To phone regularly ,manage & grow a database of buying trade customers 2) To meet targets set for buying customer list reviewed on a quarterly basis 3) Proactively look for new customers and meet/exceed targets set for new customers 4) To liaise with Trade/Consumer golf magazines to ensure that articles are submitted on a regular basis for features to ensure that JSI brands and products are marketed effectively and also regular digital marketing 5) Social Media Marketing Across Twitter, Instagram, Facebook & Linkedin 6) AMS Amazon Marketing 7) To work with marketing teams of Online Retailers to promote our brands 8) Regular sales & marketing reports to be sent to sales director 9) Any other tasks requested by the directors Selling - full range of golfing products Sell to - Golf Retailers & High Street Retail Split 60% Existing 40% new Leads - They will be given approx. 300 accounts to manage and look after Accurate reporting of weekly figures Territory - Internal role but calling clients throughout the Europe & other parts of the world Person Specification: Understanding of golf and golfing products Relationship builder Looking for someone to drive their business forward! Must be able to commute on a daily basis to Watford (8-5 hours Mon-Fri) Excellent written skills Excellent communication skills - articulate and well spoken Methodical approach to sales Attention to detail Must have the ability to open and close doors without being pushy Target driven Enthusiastic Friendly can-do attitude Understanding of golf as a whole Relationship / Rapport builder Looking for someone to drive business forward! Marketing : Work closely with directors to create a marketing plan for the calendar year that will effectively increase brand awareness and sales of both trade accounts and end consumers. Negotiate with trade and consumer publications for the best possible rates and editorial features that include a mix of both online and offline advertising. Build relationships with editors to help increase brand presence in several publications. Liaise with the in-house graphic designer to create adverts for the year for a number of different brands. Produce monthly press releases to send to trade and consumer magazines for optimum exposure of JS International s brands. Update the website with information and PR. Knowledge of SEO would be beneficial to increase the company s website traffic and presence on search engines. Create PPC and Amazon advertising campaigns. Post regularly onto the company s social media platforms and create adverts at key times of the year. Look after the invoicing and track success of marketing campaigns. Take control of any ad hoc marketing work that needs to be carried out throughout the year. Salary Details - Basic + Commission Details will be sent when application is received Benefits: Company pension Employee discount Free on site parking Schedule: Monday to Friday at Watford Offices Experience: Working in the Golf Industry: 3 years (preferred) Sales: 3 years (preferred) Work Location: In person Benefits: Company events Company pension On-site parking Schedule: Monday to Friday Experience: Sales: 3 years (preferred) Golf Industry: 3 years (preferred) Work Location: In person Application deadline: 30/03/2025 Reference ID: Sales & Marketing Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Company events Company pension On-site parking Schedule: Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: Watford WD24 4YJ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred) Work Location: In person