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Business Development Manager
Due to continuing expansion our client, a national manufacturing company is actively seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and ambitious Business Development Manager to increase sales and profitability of the business within a given geographic area.
Reporting directly to the Sales Manager, responsibilities will include.
路 Responsible for securing sales, customer satisfaction and loyalty to the company brand.
路 Manage a portfolio of new and existing clients.
路 Build strong and positive relationships with clients at various levels.
路 Ensure best commercial fit to customer and business.
路 Maximise selling opportunities by analysis of customer needs.
路 Update clients on issues such as new products, promotional campaigns, or joint marketing programs.
路 To use the tools provided to analyse customer accounts to highlight downtrading lines and accounts and spot new opportunities and then action accordingly.
路 Provide detailed management information reports to clients as and when required.
路 Daily liaison with other members of the team to provide information and ensure that clients receive excellent customer service.
路 Carry out analysis and produce client reports on an as and when required basis.
路 Act as the key interface between the Clients and all relevant internal departments.
路 Manage customer issues by using an internal support desk system to ensure the issues are resolved in a fast and professional manner.
路 To complete the company sales training program (in whatever form) given to you and adapt it for your personal use and stay up to date.
路 To achieve and over deliver on sales and gross profit OKR targets.
The successful candidate will have 2 years sales experience in a business development role and previous sales within food and drink, or similar business would be beneficial you will also display exceptional communication, interpersonal abilities, and organisational skills together with a corporate and professional approach to work always. You will demonstrate the ability to multitask effectively and prioritise a heavy workload to meet strict deadlines. A current driving licence is also essential as the role is field based.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward thinking, dynamic company with a competitive remuneration package, car allowance and plenty of ongoing support for career progression together with a wide range of benefits such as staff discounts / pension / health policies.
