Our client are an independently run manufacturing company servicing the water industry. They are looking to recruit an experienced Business Development Manager to join their team and to cover a large territory in the UK.
You must have previous experience of field sales / business development in the manufacturing industry and good product knowledge
Responsibilities to include but not limited to:
Generating sales leads through cold calling, face to face visits, networking and referrals,
Continually identifying and pursuing new business opportunities
Professional Account Management of existing client base and upselling wherever possible
Meeting with existing and potential clients to sell and promote products
Full management of the sales process
Production of quotes
Provision of product information and support to clients
Efficiently maintain accurate records
Production of sales reports and forecasting
Meet and exceed sales targets
Co-ordinating and communicating with colleagues as required
Keeping up to date with industry news, competitor activity etc
Ideal candidates will be/have:
Demonstrable success within sales roles
Understanding of the sales process and dynamics.
A commitment to excellent customer service.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Superb interpersonal skills, including the ability to quickly build rapport with both customers and suppliers.
Motivated, confident, with a "hunters" mentality to sales