Sales Account Executive

Sales Accounts Executive (Internal)

Location

Naas, Co. Kildare

Position Summary

Our client is seeking an ambitious and customer-focused Accounts Sales Executive to join their internal sales team. This role is ideal for an individual with previous sales experience who enjoys building relationships, managing customer accounts, and driving business growth.

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing customer enquiries, preparing quotations, processing orders, developing existing accounts, and identifying new business opportunities. They will work closely with customers, external partners, and internal departments to ensure exceptional service delivery and commercial success.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage customer enquiries relating to quotations, orders, and stock availability using the company's ERP system.

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers.

  • Follow up on quotations and sales opportunities to maximise conversion rates.

  • Manage and develop an assigned customer base.

  • Work towards sales targets while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.

  • Identify opportunities to expand business within existing and new accounts.

  • Handle counter sales activities and support margin achievement objectives.

  • Maintain accurate CRM records, including quotations, customer interactions, sales opportunities, and follow-up activities.

  • Provide customers with the most suitable technical and commercial solutions where appropriate.

  • Manage customer queries, complaints, and issue resolution in a professional manner.

  • Work closely with external partners and the wider sales team.

  • Manage the full sales cycle from initial enquiry through to order completion.

  • Liaise with internal departments to ensure seamless service delivery and customer satisfaction.

  • Maintain a proactive approach to business development and revenue growth.

Candidate Requirements

Experience

  • Minimum 2–3 years' experience in a sales environment.

  • Previous internal sales experience is essential. 

  • Experience within the construction, building materials, roofing, cladding, manufacturing, engineering, or related sectors would be advantageous.

  • Experience dealing with contractors, architects, engineers, or specialist subcontractors is beneficial.

  • Experience managing customer accounts and developing business relationships.

Technical Skills

  • Ability to read construction drawings, specifications, and tender documentation would be an advantage.

  • Knowledge of ERP and CRM systems preferred.

  • Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

  • Knowledge of quality management systems such as ISO9001:2015 would be beneficial.

Personal Attributes

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Strong relationship-building abilities.

  • Commercially aware with a customer-focused mindset.

  • Confident, resilient, and results-driven.

  • Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.

  • High level of attention to detail.

  • Practical and solution-oriented approach.

  • Positive attitude with a flexible and adaptable mindset.

  • Strong team player willing to support colleagues when required.

  • Technically minded with the ability to quickly learn new products and systems.

  • Honest, reliable, and professional.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary package.

  • Company pension scheme.

  • Death in service benefit.

  • Long-term illness cover.

  • 22–25 days annual leave.

  • Ongoing learning and development support, including company-funded training opportunities.

  • Opportunities for career progression.

  • Supportive and collaborative team environment.

  • Flexible start times between 8:00am and 9:30am.

  • Fully office-based role located in Naas, Co. Kildare.
    Potential for hybrid working after completion of probation.
     

Sales Accounts Executive (Internal)

Location

Naas, Co. Kildare

Position Summary

Our client is seeking an ambitious and customer-focused Accounts Sales Executive to join their internal sales team. This role is ideal for an individual with previous sales experience who enjoys building relationships, managing customer accounts, and driving business growth.

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing customer enquiries, preparing quotations, processing orders, developing existing accounts, and identifying new business opportunities. They will work closely with customers, external partners, and internal departments to ensure exceptional service delivery and commercial success.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage customer enquiries relating to quotations, orders, and stock availability using the company's ERP system.

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers.

  • Follow up on quotations and sales opportunities to maximise conversion rates.

  • Manage and develop an assigned customer base.

  • Work towards sales targets while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.

  • Identify opportunities to expand business within existing and new accounts.

  • Handle counter sales activities and support margin achievement objectives.

  • Maintain accurate CRM records, including quotations, customer interactions, sales opportunities, and follow-up activities.

  • Provide customers with the most suitable technical and commercial solutions where appropriate.

  • Manage customer queries, complaints, and issue resolution in a professional manner.

  • Work closely with external partners and the wider sales team.

  • Manage the full sales cycle from initial enquiry through to order completion.

  • Liaise with internal departments to ensure seamless service delivery and customer satisfaction.

  • Maintain a proactive approach to business development and revenue growth.

Candidate Requirements

Experience

  • Minimum 2–3 years' experience in a sales environment.

  • Previous internal sales experience is essential. 

  • Experience within the construction, building materials, roofing, cladding, manufacturing, engineering, or related sectors would be advantageous.

  • Experience dealing with contractors, architects, engineers, or specialist subcontractors is beneficial.

  • Experience managing customer accounts and developing business relationships.

Technical Skills

  • Ability to read construction drawings, specifications, and tender documentation would be an advantage.

  • Knowledge of ERP and CRM systems preferred.

  • Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

  • Knowledge of quality management systems such as ISO9001:2015 would be beneficial.

Personal Attributes

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Strong relationship-building abilities.

  • Commercially aware with a customer-focused mindset.

  • Confident, resilient, and results-driven.

  • Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.

  • High level of attention to detail.

  • Practical and solution-oriented approach.

  • Positive attitude with a flexible and adaptable mindset.

  • Strong team player willing to support colleagues when required.

  • Technically minded with the ability to quickly learn new products and systems.

  • Honest, reliable, and professional.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary package.

  • Company pension scheme.

  • Death in service benefit.

  • Long-term illness cover.

  • 22–25 days annual leave.

  • Ongoing learning and development support, including company-funded training opportunities.

  • Opportunities for career progression.

  • Supportive and collaborative team environment.

  • Flexible start times between 8:00am and 9:30am.

  • Fully office-based role located in Naas, Co. Kildare.
    Potential for hybrid working after completion of probation. 

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Key Account Manager

Key Account Manager – Logistics
South Dublin | Field-Based / Hybrid

Our client operates a rapidly expanding logistics network across Ireland, partnering with a wide range of retail locations to deliver parcel returns and delivery services at scale.

With continued growth across their partner base, they are now adding a Key Account Manager to take ownership of a key region in South Dublin. This is a role with real visibility, focused on managing established accounts, improving site performance, and strengthening partner relationships on the ground.

You will manage a defined group of partner locations, working directly with business owners and store teams to ensure the service is running effectively day to day. The role combines relationship management with operational oversight and suits someone who is comfortable taking responsibility for a region and driving standards across multiple sites.


The Role

You will take ownership of a portfolio of partner accounts, acting as the main point of contact for all engagement and support.

The role involves regular site visits, ensuring each location is operating in line with expectations, addressing issues quickly, and maintaining strong working relationships with key contacts.

You will work closely with internal teams to ensure consistency across operations while identifying practical improvements within your accounts.


Key Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of retail partner accounts across South Dublin
Build and maintain strong working relationships with key contacts
Act as the primary contact for partner queries, issues, and support needs
Carry out regular site visits to maintain standards and visibility
Ensure partners are operating in line with agreed processes and expectations
Monitor performance across accounts and address any drop in engagement
Work with internal teams to resolve operational issues in a timely manner
Identify opportunities to improve service delivery within existing accounts
Support onboarding of new locations within your region where required
Maintain accurate records of activity and account status


About You

Experience in account management, client services, or partner-facing roles
Comfortable managing multiple sites or accounts at once
Strong communication skills with a practical, hands-on approach
Able to build trust with partners and handle issues in a direct, solution-focused way
Organised, reliable, and comfortable working independently
Experience in logistics, retail, or multi-site environments is beneficial but not essential


What’s On Offer

Competitive base salary
Company vehicle
Health insurance after probation
Opportunity to join a growing organisation with scope to develop internally


Reporting To
Sales Director

Internal Sales Executive

Location: Portlaoise (On-site)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent


About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and personable Internal Sales Executive to join our client's team at their Portlaoise site. This is a desk-based sales role focused on managing and growing a portfolio of clients within the steel supply sector.
You will play a key role in advising customers on technical steel products, identifying the best solutions for their needs, and building strong, long-lasting relationships. 


Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and develop an existing portfolio of customer accounts
  • Respond to inbound sales enquiries and generate new opportunities
  • Advise clients on technical steel products and recommend suitable solutions
  • Prepare quotations, process orders, and follow through to completion
  • Build strong, friendly, and professional relationships with customers
  • Maintain regular contact with clients to understand their ongoing needs
  • Work closely with logistics, and external sales teams
  • Track sales activity and update CRM systems accurately
  • Identify upselling and cross-selling opportunities within your client base

About You

  • Previous experience in a target-driven sales executive role
  • Comfortable working to sales targets
  • Experience in steel, construction materials, or a technical product environment is highly desirable
  • Strong communication skills with a natural ability to build rapport
  • Friendly, approachable, and confident in a “chatty” client-facing role
  • Commercially aware with a proactive sales mindset
  • Good organisational and administrative skills
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems

What's On Offer

  • Competitive salary (based on experience)
  • On-site role with a supportive and collaborative team
  • Opportunities for training and career development

Why Choose Clark?

  • Inclusive & Supportive: We welcome diversity, ensure equal opportunities, and provide reasonable accommodations for interviews.
  • Expert Guidance: Our experienced recruiters are dedicated to finding the right fit for you.
  • Personalised Support: We're with you every step of the way to ensure a smooth job search.

Ready to take the next step? Apply now.

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