Business Development Manager
| Posting date: | 30 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £35,000.0 to £38,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £38,000 plus bonus |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 July 2025 |
| Location: | Edinburgh, Edinburgh, TS18 2AW |
| Remote working: | Fully remote |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4702271_1751279731 |
Summary
Your new company
A UK-basedmanufacturer, established in the early 1970s, specialises in castors, wheels,and materials handling equipment. Serving a wide range of industries such asretail, logistics, and manufacturing, the company offers products includingsack trucks, pallet trucks, and workshop cranes. Privately owned and supportedby an investment group, it has recently expanded its operations through theacquisition of a regional distributor.
Your new role
- Plan and conduct regular visits across the designated territory to support the development and maintenance of an effective marketing presence.
- Deliver outstanding customer service consistently, ensuring client satisfaction at every interaction.
- Proactively generate enquiries and diligently follow up on quotations to meet or exceed sales targets while maintaining healthy profit margins.
- Stay up to date with product developments, including new launches and updates to existing offerings.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer records in the CRM system, including visit notes, pricing agreements, and terms.
- Ensure timely follow-up on all quotations within the assigned area to maximize conversion rates.
- Prepare a monthly report covering key metrics such as area turnover, new customer acquisitions, project updates, and forecasts for the upcoming period. Provide additional reports as required.
- Minimize returns and credit notes by ensuring customers receive products that meet their expectations and specifications.
- Collaborate closely with the wider sales team to prioritize and pursue high-potential leads and customer opportunities.
- Maintain a strong focus on new business development, targeting both existing clients and prospective customers.
What you will get in return
- £35,000 - £38,000 OTE £41,800
- Company car, laptop, mobile
- Hybrid working
What youneed to do now
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