RGB Join our team at RGB, a respected independent builder’s merchant serving the Southwest since 1850. With a commitment to quality products and exceptional customer service, we are part of the Independent Builders Merchant Group (IBMG), the largest independent merchant group in the South of England. We’re expanding our team at our Truro Branch, and are looking for a dependable Business Development Executive to help us continue delivering excellent service, to our trade and retail customers. The Role We are recruiting for a Business Development Executive for our Truro Branch. The Business Development Executive will identify ways to acquire new customers and develop and maintain strong relationships with existing customers. They will work within an agreed area to grow and develop sales and profit targets. Business Development Executive key Responsibilities include: Building close relationships with customers that ensures they do not turn to our competition. Building a robust sales strategy to identify and convert new business opportunities. Developing a territory strategy that develops and maintains existing business. Selling across our product range by taking every opportunity to introduce promotions and new lines. Negotiating prices and terms with customers that retain the customer and provide agreed margin targets. Initiating and following up quotations for existing /prospective customers. Planning daily calls to achieve maximum customer contact and making appointments where possible. Establishing and reviewing the calling cycle, ensuring productive use of time to develop existing business and to identify new customers. Keeping daily records of calls made and information gathered. Maintaining sales related paperwork and tracking sales /margin results. Dealing with complaints effectively and quickly. Specific Experience & Skills Required Proven experience in sales within the Builders Merchant industry. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships. Excellent organisational skills. Ability to problem solve and negotiate Knowledge of Building Supplies, products and services. A good understanding of the Health and Safety standards within the industry The Hours Week 1: Monday to Friday 08:00 -17:00 Week 2: Monday to Friday 08:00-17:00 & Saturday 08:00-12:00 What we Offer At IBMG, we value our employees and offer a supportive work environment that fosters growth and development. By joining our team, you will have access to training opportunities, career advancement prospects, and a range of benefits: Competitive salary Pension scheme and paid holidays Supportive team and positive work environment Career development and training Staff discount on building materials Employee assistance program Perks Membership (Discounts available in a variety of retailers) Branded Uniform If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute your skills and be part of a dynamic team at RGB, apply now for the Business Development Executive position. Join us in our mission to deliver excellence in the Builders Merchant Sector.