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Sales executive

Investaste Ltd
Deptford Full-time Remote
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Investaste – Sales Executive

About Us

Investaste is a dynamic and fast\-growing food and beverage enterprise based in the UK. We operate two primary business streams: supplying premium, ready\-to\-eat dim sum and Asian convenience foods to the European B2B wholesale and foodservice sectors, and leading the international market entry of fine Chinese wines. As we continue to scale our commercial presence across international markets, we are seeking a dedicated and result\-oriented Sales Executive to join our team.

Role Overview

  • Job Title: Sales Executive

  • Reporting to: Business Development Manager

  • Salary: £41,700 per annum

  • Location: London, UK

  • Employment Type: Full\-time (37\.5 hours per week)
Key Responsibilities
  • Sales Execution \& Account Growth: Execute outbound B2B sales initiatives under the direct supervision of the senior management, driving sales for our premium dim sum, Asian convenience food lines, and fine Chinese wine portfolio across European and Asian markets.

  • Client Relationship \& Order Management: Manage day\-to\-day communication with wholesale buyers, distributors, and foodservice clients; assist in executing cross\-border delivery agreements and ensuring seamless order fulfilment.

  • Trade Expo \& Event Support: Represent Investaste at key international food \& beverage trade expos across Europe and Asia; present product lines, engage prospective B2B clients, and capture new sales leads.

  • Pipeline \& Sales Administration: Maintain accurate sales records, track daily lead activity, monitor regional order pipelines, and prepare structured sales performance reports for the senior management.

  • Market Insights \& Feedback: Gather market intelligence and client feedback regarding market trends, pricing, and product preferences to assist management in refining regional sales strategies.

  • Business Travel: Undertake regular domestic and international travel to participate in trade shows, perform client visits, and support partner meetings as directed by senior management.
Qualifications \& Requirements
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, International Trade, Logistics, or a related field.

  • Experience: Proven experience in B2B sales, key account support, or export sales within the FMCG, food wholesale, or beverage sector.

  • Skills \& Competencies:

  • Solid understanding of sales execution, cross\-border shipping processes, and client management.

  • Strong negotiation, interpersonal, and written/verbal presentation skills.

  • High level of self\-motivation with the ability to work effectively under the guidance of senior management.

  • Languages: Professional fluency in English; proficiency in Mandarin is highly advantageous due to frequent interactions with international suppliers and Asian market partners.

  • Travel: Willingness and flexibility to undertake regular domestic and international business travel.
Pay: £42,500\.00\-£53,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Casual dress

  • Discounted or free food

  • Flexitime

  • UK visa sponsorship
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Deptford SE8 5JB

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