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Job Opportunity: Business Development Manager
Permanent Position
Salary: £40,000+ Per Annum DOE
Benefits:
- Commission
- Company Car
- Laptop
- Mobile Phone
- 20 Days Annual Leave + Public Bank Holidays
- Remote Working with Bi-Monthly Visits to Gloucester Head Office
About:
Acorn by Synergie is partnering with a leading global provider of advanced telecommunications solutions for mission-critical and business-critical networks. Known for innovative technology, we offer network infrastructure and applications that optimise existing networks and facilitate seamless digital transformation from legacy systems to new technology.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a proactive and forward-thinking Business Development Manager to join our Sales Team. This role is critical in a fast-paced environment, contributing to an expanding business at an exciting time in its history.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify and target business sectors including broadband, utilities, and government/defence.
- Explore new telecom market opportunities and present solutions to potential users.
- Proactively communicate the CW value proposition to clients.
- Attend industry events and conferences to network and promote products.
- Build and maintain relationships with new and existing clients to grow revenue.
- Create and manage sales forecasts, presenting information to senior management.
- Participate in tender applications and deliver sales presentations.
- Collaborate with the engineering team to find solutions for customers.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Creative and strategic thinker with great initiative.
- Engaging, enthusiastic, and proactive.
- Proven track record as a Business Development Manager.
- Ability to identify new business markets and opportunities.
- Strong relationship-building skills.
- Ability to quantify and close sales orders from telecom network operators.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
- Strong leadership and time management skills.
- Technical understanding to propose solutions based on client requirements.
- Solid IT skills, including proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and statistical analysis software.
- Ability to research and stay updated on telecom industry trends and standards.
Expectations:
- Deliver a minimum of £1 million in new business within the first year.
- Create a business-as-usual revenue run-rate of £2 million per annum by the second year.
- Strong understanding of the company's products and industry competition.
- Self-motivated with excellent multitasking abilities.
- Operate remotely after initial on-site training, with monthly visits to the Gloucester office.
Desirable Skills:
- Management experience or a degree in marketing, accounting, finance, business management, or business administration.
- Level 2 diploma in skills for business or Level 3 award in Sales Management.
- Extensive experience in the telecommunications sector.
How to Apply:
If you meet the criteria and are excited about this opportunity, please apply. We look forward to discussing how you can contribute to our dynamic team.
Join us and be a key player in driving innovative telecommunications solutions.
Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.
