New Opportunity – Business Development Manager
Are you an experienced Business Development Manager or Sales Manager in the laser cutting or fabrication industries?
Our client in Ilkeston is seeking a highly motivated, technically minded individual to help drive business growth. In this role, you'll play a key part in identifying new market opportunities, developing new business, and building a strong network of contacts and leads to convert into sales.
You’ll spend one day a week in the office planning meetings and developing leads. The remainder of the week will be field based, where you'll meet new clients, prepare quotes, and build strong customer relationships. Some flexibility may be required to support wider business needs.
As the new Business Development Manager, you will:
Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve the company’s financial goals.
Build and maintain relationships with new and existing clients.
Identify new business opportunities and build and develop client relationships.
Build strong working relationships with members of the sales and other cross-functional teams.
Monitor market trends and competitor activity to identify new opportunities.
Prepare regular sales reports and forecasts for the Senior Team.
Track sales metrics and actively look to make improvements to any areas to drive sales performance.
Communicate efficiently with all team members.
Attend conferences, trade shows and networking events to promote business.
Using all available analytics to improve sales and meet company goals.
Manage your time effectively, ensuring deadlines are met while being detail orientated.
Carry out any reasonable requests made by your manager.
Requirements for this role:
Technical experience with selling laser cut or fabricated products.
Understanding of industry terms inside a fabrication environment.
A strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
Able to quote for fabricated products using a quoting system (Lantek experience is preferred)
Previous sales or business development experience.
The ability to convert quotes into sales and build strong customer relationships. About this role:
Mostly field based, with 1 day a week in the office.
Candidates must be able to drive with a UK License.
What you can expect in return:
Salary is £50,000 + Car allowance.
A bonus scheme is in place for this role, paid monthly.
33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Company pension and life insurance
Free on-site parking
Opportunities to develop your career through training and development programs.
Working in a close-knit and supportive team that will help you to exceed.
How to Apply:
Feel like you may be suited for this role? Please get in touch today!
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