Join Chandlers Building Supplies, a respected independent builder’s merchant serving the Southeast since 1993. We are part of the Independent Builders Merchant Group (IBMG), the largest independent merchant group in the South of England. Due to continued success and expansion, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Business Development Executive to join our team in Banstead.
The Role
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.
Key Responsibilities
* Build close relationships with customers to ensure they do not turn to our competition.
* Develop a robust sales strategy to identify and convert new business opportunities.
* Develop a territory strategy that maintains existing business.
* Sell across our product range by promoting promotions and new lines.
* Negotiate prices and terms with customers to retain the customer and achieve margin targets.
* Initiate and follow up quotations for existing / prospective customers.
* Plan daily calls to maximise customer contact and arrange appointments where possible.
* Establish and review the calling cycle, ensuring productive use of time to develop existing business and identify new customers.
* Keep daily records of calls made and information gathered.
* Maintain sales-related paperwork and track sales / margin results.
* Deal with complaints effectively and quickly.
The Hours
Monday to Friday 07:00 – 17:00
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 Health and Safety standards within the industry.
The Rewards
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 including competitive compensation, pension plan, bonuses, employee assistance program, perks membership, and staff discounts. If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute your skills and be part of a dynamic team at Chandlers Building Supplies, apply now for the Business Development Executive position. Join us in our mission to deliver excellence in the Builders Merchant Sector.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Business Development and Sales
Industries
* Building Materials
London, England, United Kingdom
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