We are currently recruiting a Business Development Representative to join a well-established and growing organisation within the industrial coatings sector. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Business Development Representative who has a strong professional or sales understanding of industrial coatings and enjoys developing long-term commercial relationships.
As a Business Development Representative, you will play a key role in identifying new business opportunities while managing and growing existing accounts. The successful Business Development Representative will be confident operating in a technical, industrial environment and able to communicate effectively with distributors, contractors, and end users across the industrial coatings market.
This Business Development Representative position is home-based and field-focused, requiring regular travel within your region. You will represent a respected brand within the industrial coatings industry, working closely with internal teams while taking ownership of your sales performance and territory growth.
Main Responsibilities:
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Operate as a Business Development Representative within the industrial coatings sector, promoting and selling products to new and existing customers
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Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities across industrial coatings markets
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Build and maintain strong relationships with distributors, clients, and industry stakeholders
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Manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting and technical discussions through to negotiation and deal closure
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Develop and maintain a healthy sales pipeline using CRM systems
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Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction
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Attend industry exhibitions, trade shows, and networking events relevant to industrial coatings
Skills & Experience:
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Proven experience as a Business Development Representative, or in a similar sales-focused role
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Professional or sales experience within the industrial coatings sector is essential
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Strong understanding of industrial coatings products, applications, and market requirements
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Demonstrated success in meeting or exceeding sales targets
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Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
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Ability to work independently in a field-based, home-based role
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Strong organisational and time management skills
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Competent with CRM systems and Microsoft Office
Salary & Working Hours:
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Competitive salary, dependent on experience
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Full-time, permanent position
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Monday to Friday
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Home-based with regional travel
Benefits:
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Competitive salary and performance-related incentives
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Opportunity to work within a respected name in the industrial coatings sector
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Autonomy and flexibility in a field-based role
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Long-term career development and progression opportunities
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Supportive and professional working environment