Business Development Executive

About the Role

We are seeking a commercially savvy Business Development Executive to join a thriving company located in Auckley, Doncaster. Reporting to the Business Development Manager, your main responsibility will be to cultivate new business prospects, nurture customer relationships, and drive sales growth across the UK. You will primarily focus on selling a diverse range of products to clients in the Food & Beverage sector, with some opportunities to support customers in the Pharmaceutical field. This position is office-based with regular travel within the UK and occasional travel abroad.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business leads across the UK market.
• Manage and grow both new and existing customer accounts.
• Conduct telephone prospecting to find and connect with decision-makers.
• Plan and execute effective customer visits.
• Build long-lasting customer relationships through a consultative sales process.
• Achieve sales targets by maximizing opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with the Business Development Manager and other internal teams.
• Understand customer needs and suggest suitable products and solutions.
• Deliver professional and informed product and service presentations.
• Stay updated on product developments and communicate these enhancements to customers.
• Participate in exhibitions, conferences, and customer events within the UK and internationally.
• Prepare regular sales and activity reports as needed.
• Maintain precise customer records and log interactions using the company CRM system.

Candidate Requirements

• Between 1 and 2 years of demonstrable B2B sales experience.
• Experience in direct customer-facing sales or business development roles.
• Strong skills in customer service and consultative selling.
• Excellent verbal communication and presentation abilities.
• Highly organized with effective time management skills.
• Capability to identify and engage senior decision-makers.
• Commercially aware with good judgment skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Proficiency in computer use and familiarity with CRM software.
• Possession of a valid and clean UK driving licence.
• Willingness and ability to commute to Doncaster and travel regularly across the UK.

Additional Information and Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging between £32,000 and £35,000 annually, plus bonus incentives.
• Permanent, full-time role in an expanding organisation.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment fostering professional development.
• Comprehensive product and role training provided.
• Clear pathways for career advancement and long-term growth.
• Opportunities to travel both within the UK and occasionally abroad.
• The chance to autonomously build and manage your own customer portfolio while contributing directly to business success.