In line with the Company’s continued growth, northwest Digital Agency KMP Digitata is now looking for a dynamic individual to join us as a Sales Executive for our Ackura branded software products to help build this range into a major revenue stream of the future. Importantly the company already has strong references with clients such as British Gas, Punch Taverns, VOW, Blemain Finance and Manchester Airport already using Ackura products.
The product range, which can be viewed at (www.ackura.com) comprises hosted digital tools for corporates or agencies alike to manage their own digital marketing communications. The digital disciplines within the Ackura range include content management, email marketing, PR 2.0, blogging and online conversation monitoring.
This position requires a motivated, driven and resourceful individual with a track record of selling hosted solutions to blue chip companies, identifying opportunities through their own market analysis as well following leads arising from KMP Digitata’s own marketing activities.
Ideally you will have a strong understanding of the digital space especially content management and email marketing possibly together with a knowledge of social media. You will be looking for a new challenge to sell into your existing network of marketing contacts within the UK top 500 companies. Previous experience of Goldmine would also be a benefit. Applicants must be able to demonstrate previous success of selling in this space at all levels, including Board level.
The successful candidate will carry a first year revenue target of £360K and will be expected to generate new leads and opportunities through prospecting as well as attendance at industry events.
This is a fantastic opportunity for the right individual to join our established business at the start of its next stage of growth following a period of investment in the development of the Ackura range that has high expectations during the next three years.
Only candidates that consider themselves to be of the highest quality and possess great personal ambition for success should consider this role.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Deliver a revenue stream of at least 360k in year 1
- Pro actively seek new business opportunities
- Demonstrate excellent presentation and negotiation skills
- Manage the sales pipeline from inception to completion
- Further develop your personal network within the UK top 500 companies
- Demonstrate a proven ability to develop long term relationships
- Achieve new business sales against targets
- Prepare and respond to customer tenders
- Produce, and maintain regular (monthly), timely and accurate sales forecast reports
- Develop an effective and focused business plan for your territory
Requirements:
Must have/be:
- Existing network of UK top 500 company marketing contacts
- Experience of working within the Digital Sector (2+ years)
- A proven track record in software sales
- Team player and self-motivated
- Excellent at building customer relationships
- Excellent verbal, written, presentation, communication and interpersonal skills
Contact
To apply for this position, please send your CV and covering letter including your current salary to recruitment @kmp.co.uk. NO Agencies
Please note that all candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK and be in possession of a full, clean driving licence.
Remuneration package commensurate with experience but will comprise basic plus commission plus car allowance.
