Job Title: Automation Business Development Executive

Location: Daventry, NN11 8XW

Salary: Competitive

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

About us:

For over 24 years ATL has built a reputation as the leading independent distributor of factory automation products -from robots to relays and everything in between.

Our continued success comes from our passion for technology and commitment to customer service. We are a talented and committed group based in our recently expanded Daventry headquarters.

ATL are the strategic partner to market leading brands such as Eaton, Weidmuller, Omron and many more, offering innovative products, solutions and technical support to thousands of customers UK wide.

We are a service-based company, that strives to meet our customers' needs through our excellent customer service skills.

The Opportunity:

As ATL continues to grow, we are looking to strengthen our team and recruit an Automation Business Development Executive to support the ambitious plans at our Daventry Headquarters.

We are looking for people that have strong sales experience and possess the skills needed to identify new business opportunities and lead on growth initiatives within the existing portfolio.

The ability to build relationships, work in a team and continually learn will make the difference in this role. If you can bring high energy, initiative and a technical interest to deliver the best solutions for customers, your career at ATL will flourish.

A sound understanding of industrial control and automation is preferred, although not essential, as a full suite of training material and support will be readily available.

Key Responsibilities:

Achieving sales through development of new and existing business in your sales area
Developing long term relationships with your customers ensuring that their requirements and business needs are interpreted and managed effectively.
Liaising with our franchise partners to ensure a continued awareness of new and updated products
Conduct sales calls in a professional manner to sell and support our range of products.
Working with our sales team to manage credit limits and customer payments
Where necessary, training other members of the sales team on the technical aspects of our products and services.
Create and present technical presentations to explain company products and services to prospective and current customers.
Work with Regional Sales Manager where you have identified projects that will benefit from their input.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience required:

Experience in B2B sales, ideally with knowledge of Automation and Control products.
Experience of making proactive outgoing telephone calls
Drive sales growth opportunities through new and existing accounts / partnerships.
Strong relationship builder, communicator and team player.
Customer centric, able to identify challenges and present solutions.
Organised and able to prioritise as required.
Committed to build knowledge across industrial control and automation products.
Familiar with CRM systems and able to produce sales reports.
A full UK driving license.

Compensation and benefits:

Competitive salary plus OTE bonus
Company car
Company mobile phone and laptop
Workplace pension
Minimum of 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
Learning and Development program

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