Business Development Executive

A rapidly growing, family-run manufacturer and supplier of quality business products is seeking an ambitious business development executive. The main purpose of the position is to develop business further with both existing and new customers. You will working very closely with area field sales managers helping them grow their respective areas through customer and ongoing client relationship development. Although this is predominantly an office based role, you will get the opportunity to attend face to face meetings with customers. This position reports directly to the sales director.

Requirements

• Create proposals, quotes, send product images or details
• Highlight any key trends and identify opportunities for new product ranges within these existing customers and produce proposals for Area Manager to present at face-to-face appointments
• Identify prospective customers in the area and arrange appointments for the Area Managers
• Ensure all actions from Area Manager’s appointments are followed up promptly

Attributes sought

• Excellent organisational skills
• High attention to detail
• Unswerving commitment to deadlines and the ability to work under pressure
• Ability to make quick evidence-based decisions
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
• The ability to work independently or as part of a team as required
• The ability to follow up other work colleagues and insist on the maintenance of regular reporting
• Full UK (or equivalent) Drivers License

Benefits

Salary £30,000 -£35,000 DOE

Commission

Progression Opportunities