Sales Representative (Cantonese or Mandarin Speaking)
Position Overview
A Sales Representative role in a Wholesale company based in Newport. The firm is a distributor of various product lines geared towards Chinese food manufacturers in the UK. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in sales within the food and beverage wholesale sector.
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Business Development
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the Chinese food manufacturing sector
- Build and maintain relationships with existing clients
- Conduct sales presentations and product demonstrations
- Negotiate pricing and terms with customers
- Meet and exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets
Customer Relationship Management
- Serve as primary contact for assigned accounts
- Understand customer needs and recommend appropriate products
- Handle customer inquiries and resolve issues promptly
- Provide excellent customer service to maintain long-term relationships
- Conduct regular follow-ups and account reviews
Market Intelligence
- Stay informed about market trends and competitor activities
- Gather customer feedback and communicate to management
- Identify opportunities for new products or services
- Report on market conditions and sales performance
Administrative Duties
- Maintain accurate records of sales activities and customer interactions
- Prepare quotations and sales documentation
- Process orders and coordinate with logistics team
- Update CRM system regularly
- Prepare sales reports as required
Qualifications
Required
- Fluent in Cantonese or Mandarin
- Good command of English
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Self-motivated and target-driven
- Ability to build rapport with customers
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)
- Valid UK driving license
Preferred
- Experience in sales, particularly in food and beverage or wholesale sector
- Knowledge of Chinese food products and manufacturing
- Existing network within Chinese business community
- Understanding of supply chain and distribution
- Previous experience in B2B sales
About the Recruiter
Mandarin Recruitment is a service that helps UK and Chinese businesses & organizations find and source high-quality Mandarin-speaking professionals.