Sales Executive / Business Development Consultant with previous experience in prospecting / lead generation, client account management and running the full sales lifecycle is required for a leading and award-winning IT & Comms company based in Haslingden, Lancashire.
ALL SALES EXPERIENCE CONSIDERED
Ideally you will have experience selling IT & Communication services within a business-to-business / B2B environment. However, the company will consider sales professionals from all industries, providing you have a solid business development background and are keen to break into the IT Sales Industry.
SALARY: £40,000 OTE (includes£24,000 - £28,000 per annum basic salary), Uncapped Commission + Benefits
LOCATION: Hybrid working - a mix of working from home, working from the office in Haslingden and visiting clients at their premises - candidates must live within a reasonable commute to Haslingden
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: Monday to Friday
PLEASE NOTE: A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes is essential to this role
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Sales Executive / Business Development Consultant with previous experience in prospecting / lead generation, client account management and running the full sales lifecycle.
As the Sales Executive / Business Development Consultant you will play a pivotal role in identifying new business opportunities, building relationships with potential clients, and driving growth for the company.
Working as the Sales Executive / Business Development Consultant you should be a self-managed individual who thrives on financial goals, consistently meeting or exceeding expectations. You will put in extra effort when needed, and value autonomy in your work environment and are driven to hit and exceed targets.
APPLY TODAY
If this job looks like your ideal position, then please send in your CV as soon as possible for our Recruitment Team to review.
DUTIES
Your duties as a Sales Executive / Business Development Consultant will include:
Lead Generation & Prospecting
- Identify and target potential clients in need of IT support services
- Use various channels (cold calling, networking, social media, etc.) to generate leads
- Develop and execute outreach strategies to engage prospective clients
Client Relationship Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and prospects
- Conduct client meetings and presentations either face to face or online to understand their IT needs
- Create tailored proposals and solutions to meet client requirements with assistance and support of the management team
Sales Strategy & Execution
- Develop and implement effective sales strategies to achieve targets
- Collaborate with the marketing team to align sales and marketing efforts
- Maintain a deep understanding of the company's service offerings and competitive landscape
Pipeline Management
- Manage and update the sales pipeline using CRM tools
- Track and report on sales performance metrics
- Ensure timely follow-up and resolution of client inquiries and proposals
Contract Negotiation & Closing
- Prepare and negotiate contracts, ensuring terms are favourable and compliant with company policies
- Close deals to meet or exceed sales targets
Market Research & Analysis
- Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities
- Provide feedback to management on market developments and client needs
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
- Previous experience in business development, sales, or a related role
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with C-level executives and decision-makers
- Proficiency in CRM software and MS Office Suite
- Self-motivated with a proactive approach to identifying and closing opportunities
- Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
BENEFITS
- Uncapped Commission Structure
- Company pension
- Referral programme
- Hybrid working opportunities
- Opportunity to work with a dynamic team in a fast-paced industry
- Room for growth and advancement within the company
- Exciting projects and challenges that will allow you to expand your skillset
- A supportive work environment where your ideas are valued and encouraged
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV's of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-P12535
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