Business Development Executive – Godstone
Our client is seeking a results-driven Business Development Executive to join their growing sales team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated sales professional with a passion for building strong commercial relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and exceeding revenue targets. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving growth and profitability across a defined regional area, representing a well-established organisation with a broad product portfolio.
What’s on Offer?
Job type: Full time, permanent
Location: Field-based across the South East region
Salary: £45,000 p/a + company car
Comprehensive benefits package
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and new customers to maximise sales and profitability.
Operate within a designated region to achieve sales and gross profit targets across the full product range.
Use the Group’s CRM system to manage customer activity, schedule visits, and report on opportunities and market conditions.
Plan and prepare customer visits to ensure maximum return from each call.
Collaborate effectively with colleagues to enhance customer service and operational efficiency.
Maintain close communication with suppliers to stay informed on product developments and identify potential opportunities.
Ensure all CRM records and reporting are accurate, timely, and up to date.
Actively promote the company’s values and vision in all interactions.
Take a proactive approach to health and safety, reporting any concerns promptly.
Support business improvement initiatives and share insights to drive growth.
Skills, Experience, and Training Requirements:
Proven experience in business development or field sales (minimum 1 year).
Strong product knowledge and commercial awareness.
Excellent communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills.
Confident working independently with good time management and planning abilities.
Competent in CRM and general administrative processes.
Minimum GCSEs (grade C or above) in Maths and English, or equivalent.
Full, clean UK driving licence.
Our Ideal Candidate:
A motivated, target-driven individual with a passion for sales and customer service.
Professional and personable, with a collaborative approach to teamwork.
Someone who takes pride in delivering an exceptional customer experience.
Organised, adaptable, and eager to identify and develop new business opportunities.
A confident communicator who can represent the company with professionalism and integrity.
How to Apply:
If you have the experience and enthusiasm for this type of role, we would really like to hear from you. Apply directly through this advert with your CV.
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