Business Development Manager - Reed : Job Details

Business Development Manager

Location: Sudbury, Suffolk

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Reed in Colchester are delighted to be supporting our client seeking a Business Development Manager on a full time, permanent basis. You will target new business opportunities and manage digital sales strategies to support and supplement the External Sales Team.

This role is ideal for a dynamic professional with a strong background in sales and customer service, capable of driving growth and managing multiple sales channels effectively.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Target new business across all products, supporting the External Sales Team.
• Develop promotional strategies alongside the sales director to create sales opportunities and manage stock levels.
• Manage online pricing, promotions, and sales across various product categories including appliances, and outdoor living products.
• Identify and exploit cross-selling opportunities and open at least 20 new accounts per year.
• Launch new products and drive new business through innovation and digital channels.
• Set up quarterly promotions focusing on volume and high-value deals.
• Convert delegates into buying customers by managing product offers.
• Maintain and update sales records and CRM information accurately.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in sales and customer service
• Strong understanding of customers and their requirements/issues.
• Ability to quickly grasp and apply technical concepts.
• Strategic thinking and ability to self-analyse, review, and improve performance.
• Excellent presentation skills and competency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Sheets.
• Commercial acumen and good numerical skills.
• Experience in managing a sales process from prospect to confirmation.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams such as customer service, technical support, and marketing.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and pension scheme.
• Sales incentives.
• Car allowance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

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