Sales Executive

ZURU - Tomorrow ReimaginedZURU is on a mission to disrupt across industries, to challenge the status quo and catalyst change through radical innovation advances.  This is in play in different pillars of the company: ZURU Toys are re-imagining what it means to play; ZURU Tech are shaping a better future by leading the next building revolution; ZURU Edge is pioneering new generation FMCG brands to better serve modern consumers.<br/>Founded in 2003 by EY Entrepreneur of the Year and World Entrepreneur Hall of Fame brothers Nick and Mat Mowbray, ZURU has quickly grown to a team of over 5000 members across 30 international locations.<br/>Now one of the largest toy companies in the world, globally recognised and award-winning brands include Bunch O Balloons, Mini Brands, XSHOT, Rainbocorns and Smashers. Our global FMCG brands include MONDAY Haircare, Rascal + Friends, NOOD, BONKERS and Dose &amp; Co.<br/><br/>YOUR  ROLEAs a Sales Executive – Eastern Europe, you will play a pivotal role in our sales, marketing, and logistics operations. Your exceptional communication skills and sharp analytical thinking will enable you to maintain and nurture long-term relationships with the most successful local and regional retailer accounts and cross-border distributors. Working closely with our Regional Manager, you will provide sales support, collaborate on marketing initiatives, and ensure smooth order processing. This role offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a dynamic environment and grow into a Key Account Manager for the region.<br/><br/>HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACTAs a Sales Executive, you will have a direct impact on our market success by developing and maintaining strong relationships with our largest local and regional retailer accounts and cross-border distributors. You will provide exceptional sales support by keeping them informed about product updates, sales strategies, and marketing campaigns. Your attention to detail and data analysis skills will allow you to prepare accurate sales forecasts and provide valuable insights to drive business growth. Additionally, you will collaborate with our Global Marketing Team and local retailers to execute effective marketing campaigns that promote our products in the market. By ensuring smooth order processing and timely delivery, you will contribute to maintaining a seamless customer experience.<br/> <h3>Sales Support </h3> <ul> <li>Act as the primary point of contact for key accounts, addressing their sales-specific and general inquiries in a proactive manner.</li><li>Keep regional price lists up to date, aligning them with global master prices to ensure consistency and competitiveness.</li><li>Prepare quotes for new orders and oversee sample deliveries, ensuring a seamless customer experience.</li><li>Monitor quotes and order statuses to effectively track sales activities.</li><li>Utilize retailer performance data to prepare accurate sales forecasts and conduct account-specific sales analytics.</li><li>Maintain high data hygiene within the sales database and keep operations files updated for smooth workflow.</li><li>Represent ZURU at regional toy fairs, establishing valuable connections and generating leads.</li></ul> <h3>Logistics</h3> <ul> <li>Facilitate smooth order processing by promptly forwarding order confirmations to the merchandise team and ensuring orders are raised in the system.</li><li>Collaborate with the manufacturing team to coordinate production schedules and deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of orders.</li></ul> <h3>Marketing &amp; Product</h3> <ul> <li>Coordinate regional marketing activities by collaborating with local marketing agencies and our Global Marketing Team, ensuring consistent messaging and impactful campaigns.</li><li>Work closely with our global customization team and design experts to create region-specific packaging and promotional packs.</li><li>Drive business development initiatives by tailoring compelling email marketing campaigns.</li><li>Customize global sales presentations to local specifications, incorporating relevant local category data for enhanced impact.</li></ul> <h3>SKILLS &amp; EXPERIENCE REQUIRED</h3> <ul> <li>Skills and experience that you are looking for/the candidate needs to have and or preferably has to succeed in this role.  </li><li>A Bachelor's Degree in business or a related discipline, with a preference for those with relevant qualifications.</li><li>2-3 years of experience in sales, marketing, or logistics within a multinational corporation, providing a solid foundation for success in this role.</li><li>Proven analytical skills, enabling you to analyse complex data and derive actionable insights.</li><li>Native fluency in Polish, accompanied by fluency in English. Proficiency in a third language will be beneficial.</li></ul><a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifeatzuru/">LIFE@ZURU</a><br/>At ZURU, we have cultivated a high-performing culture that encourages excellence. Our team works towards ambitious goal