VANRATH is delighted to have partnered with a leading manufacturer to recruit a Business Development Executive to join their talented and growing team.
Salary/ Benefits
£28,000 - £30,000 basic plus bonus (monthly, quarterly and annual bonuses)
This position also comes with a range of fantastic benefits, as well as early finish Fridays, free on-site parking, life assurance, attendance awards (£200 vouchers per year), paid medical appointments, healthshield, discount, referral scheme, company performance bonuses.
Hours
Monday - Thursday 8.30am - 5pm
Friday 8.30am - 2pm
The Role
Reporting to the Sales Manager, the ideal candidate will be responsible for generating leads, contacting potential customers via telephone/teams, and converting leads into sales opportunities, while working to monthly revenue targets.
Responsibilities
* Build and maintain strong relationships with existing customers through regular communication and engagement
* Achieve call targets by contacting relevant customers to convert on pre-identified product targets
* Understand customer needs and requirements to effectively promote our products or services and provide tailored solutions
* Follow company processes to achieve product conversion targets
* Identify potential leads and opportunities for new business development within existing customer accounts
* Proactively prospect and reach out to customers to present new products, promotions, or up-selling opportunities
* Liaise daily with your associated ASM, sharing information on product discussions / pricing for customers within the area
* Assist with customer head office visits and be flexible to attend occasional field visits with Area Sales Manager, as and when required
* Maintain accurate records of client interactions, sales activities, and pipeline updates using CRM software
* Overcome objections and address concerns raised by potential customers to secure sales appointments or close deals
* Manage and prioritise leads
Essential Criteria
* 2-3+ years in sales
* CRM experience
* Resilient
Desirable Criteria
* Sales experience within FMCG or Manufacturing
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