Careers

Field Sales Representative

NWN Media is one of the UK’s leading independent publishing and printing companies. With its headquarters in Mold, NWN Media Ltd employs over 300 people located in ten offices from Bangor to Welshpool.

NWN Media Ltd is proud of its heritage and fiercely maintains its independence having been in the Thomas family-ownership for over 60 years.The company combines the security and benefits of belonging to a significant local employer with the flexibility of independent ownership, allowing enterprise and ideas to flow freely.

We are looking to recruit an experienced Field Sales Representative to join our busy advertising department, working from our Wrexham office.

Ideally you will have some experience/knowledge of the advertising industry, along with familiarity of the North Wales area.

The main duty of this role is to maintain and grow an existing sales territory for our print and on-line products. You must have proven sales skills in a business-to-business environment and have the ability to source new clients. This will require intelligence and the ability to think clearly through client solutions, along with enthusiasm to meet objectives and targets. We are looking for a pro-active team player, with the ability to work on your own initiative.

You must possess:

• A sound educational background, particularly in English and Math’s
• Good computer and accurate typing skills
• Excellent communication skills / telephone manner
• Excellent presentation skills
• Full driving licence
• Previous face-to-face sales experience

This vacancy is full time. Hours will be: Monday – Thursday 9am – 5.30pm and Friday 9am – 5pm.

In return we offer:

• A competitive salary
• Performance related bonuses
• 5 weeks paid holiday + Bank Holidays
• Structured training programme
• Company Car (valid driving licence essential)
• Contributory pension scheme (after qualifying period)

If you believe you have the drive and ambition to succeed in this role please forward your CV with covering letter, giving an indication of your current / latest package, to: julie.balmforth@nwn.co.uk

Closing date: Friday 13th August 2010
We are an equal opportunities employer

Full Time Telephone Sales Advisors – Mold office

You will be responsible for selling advertising space within our publications. Therefore a proven track record in front line telephone sales, along with an aptitude in the development and generation of new business is essential.

This is a busy environment where no two days are the same. In order to succeed in this role you will need ambition, self-motivation, and determination.

You must possess:

• A sound educational background, particularly in English and Maths
• Good computer skills, with an understanding of the Internet, and accurate typing
• Excellent telephone manner and communication skills
• Sales experience is essential, along with previous customer service experience

You must be:

• An organised person who pays attention to detail
• A multi tasker with the ability to prioritise
• A pro-active team player, with the ability to work on your own initiative

In return we offer:

• A competitive salary and performance related bonuses (OTE £18,400)
• 5 Weeks paid holiday plus bank holidays
• Structured training programme
• Contributory pension scheme (after qualifying period)

If you would like to be considered for this position and think that you have what it takes email your CV, giving an indication of your current / latest package, to hr@nwn.co.uk or for further information telephone Julie Balmforth or Beverley Jones on 01352 707707

Closing date for receipt of applications: Friday 13th August 2010
We are an equal opportunities employer