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Business Development Executive

Reed
Posted 23 days ago, valid for 19 days
Location

Basingstoke, Hampshire RG22 4UY

Salary

£60,000 - £72,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • The Business Development Executive position is located in Newbury and offers a hybrid work model.
  • The role requires a motivated individual who is eager to learn and has a proactive approach, although prior sales experience is not necessary.
  • The salary for this position ranges from £23,000 to £25,000, with uncapped commission and incentives.
  • Key responsibilities include identifying new business opportunities, understanding customer needs, and collaborating with internal teams to enhance service quality.
  • Candidates should possess strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, along with a resilience and customer-focused mindset.

Business Development Executive

Location: Newbury (Hybrid Role)Holidays: 25 daysWorking Hours: Monday to Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM | Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PMSalary:  £23,000 to £25,000 basic with uncapped commission and incentives!Are you a resilient, curious, and motivated individual eager to learn and driven to earn?Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where you can identify new business opportunities and build strong customer relationships?Are you ready to drive growth and make a significant impact on our client’s success?About the Role: Identify new business opportunities, understand customer needs, and ensure high-quality service. Collaborate with internal teams to align sales strategies with our client’s objectives. Monitor market trends and competitor activities to enhance our market position and drive revenue growth. We seek a resilient, curious, and motivated individual eager to learn and driven to earn. While prior sales experience is not necessary, a proactive approach and a strong desire to succeed are essential.Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain a profitable customer portfolio.
  • Understand and respond to customers’ business requirements.
  • Procure products according to customer specifications.
  • Collaborate internally to optimise service quality and customer satisfaction.
  • Resolve issues with customers and suppliers.
  • Represent the company professionally in meetings.
  • Identify and report market trends.
  • Discover and qualify new business opportunities.
  • Promote the company to prospective customers.
  • Monitor competitor activity and gather intelligence.
  • Ensure timely and high-standard sales administration.
  • Maintain and update the customer database.
  • Conduct and report on account planning strategies.
  • Attend industry functions as required.

Key Skills & Attributes:

  • Clear communication
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Effective negotiation
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Adaptability
  • Teamwork
  • Customer focus
  • Resilience
  • Analytical thinking

To apply for the Business Development Executive position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.