About the job
Our client is a prominent provider of high-quality personal care and beauty products for both the consumer and trade market. They specialise in the design, manufacture, and distribution of product across three core areas: Owned Brands, Private Label Supply and Contract Manufacturing.
We are excited to partner with them in recruiting a Business Development Executive, who will help unlock strategic commercial opportunities and drive growth in this companies Brand division. You'll play a key role in creating impactful presentations, supporting commercial projects and events, and managing operations to ensure exceptional customer support both internationally and domestically.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
Prepare and deliver internal sales presentations, including brand sales summaries and EPOS reports.
Attend meetings with new and existing customers.
Present pricing and business terms to both new and current customers.
Participate in networking events such as conferences and trade shows.
Work with the Business Development Manager to research and identify commercial opportunities in new and existing markets.
Understand and help achieve sales KPIs for both brands and customers alongside the Business Development Manager.
Regularly update price lists and clearance lists in line with business strategies.
Maintain and develop a database of current and potential customers.
Collaborate with the Business Development Manager to update and manage sales forecasts.
Oversee the product setup process, including completing New Line Forms.
Coordinate events like conferences and territory visits with the Business Development Manager and the broader team.
Manage the registration process for international customers, including handling documentation.
Oversee the over labelling process for international customers.
Support the NPD process for Off Price International customers.
Handle sample orders for Brand Business Development Managers.
EXPERIENCE/ BACKGROUND/REQUIREMENTS:
Industry experience with FMCG brands; preferred in health and beauty, but related categories considered.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to constructively challenge at all levels, including management.
Proficient in briefing, analysing, and presenting data clearly and effectively.
Experience in building brands and driving brand development.
Ambition and hunger for success, with the energy to thrive in competitive and dynamic environments.
Holds a full drivers licence and is commutable within one hour of Peterborough Head Office.
This role is based at the companies Peterborough location and requires 5 days a week on-site.