Overview
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT - PART-TIME We're delighted to be invited to recruit for a proactive, engaging and organised Business Development Executive to join our client on a part-time basis in the packaging machinery sector. You'll find yourself working for a small, specialist business that partners with international manufacturers and supplies equipment across industries a range of industries. Their machinery plays a vital role in packaging the everyday products we all use.
Salary £29-31K (full time equivalent) pro rata depending on experience
Responsibilities
* Identify new markets suitable for the packaging machinery manufacturers represented
* Identify businesses within these markets and introduce the company's products and services
* Research new business sectors
* Follow up leads generated through trade shows
* Research potential contacts through different mediums
* Carry out new product investigation, leading to a targeted lead generation
* Follow up all introductions made and develop relations
* Regularly engage with potential and existing customers developing relationships
* Get involved in promotional tasks including maintaining the social media profile
* Assisting the Managing Director with some projects
What the role offers
* Office-based role with a flexible working pattern (up to 20hrs/week over 2-3 days)
* Training and support to understand the industry and products
* A varied mix of lead generation, sales coordination, project management & marketing
* The chance to join a close-knit small team (with an office dog for company)
Ideal candidate
* Be a natural and engaging communicator who can build rapport with ease
* Previous experience within a similar role where building client relationships is key
* Curious and eager to learn how packaging machinery impacts everyday products
* Proactive, sales focused - persistent, resilient and to create new opportunities
* Ability to absorb technical information and convey it in a customer friendly way
* Confident with Office 365 (knowledge of QuickBooks or ACT! is a plus)
* Experienced in sales admin, coordination, or marketing useful
* Full UK driving licence and own car essential due to rural location
This is the perfect Part-time Business Development role for someone who enjoys variety, autonomy, and wants to make a real impact in a growing business.
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