Business Development Executive

Perfect Placement UK Ltd; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car and fuel card

33 days annual leave, including bank|

Pension scheme and life assurance

Staff discounts on parts, service, and

Cycle to work scheme

Access to employee perks and discount

Opportunities for career advancement

Job summary

Perfect Placement UK Ltd is recruiting a Business Development Executive for an automotive parts client in Aberdeen. This field-based role focuses on expanding the Aberdeen region, growing B2B relationships, and boosting aftermarket parts sales.

You will manage a portfolio of trade accounts, generate new business from cold and warm leads, and strive to meet KPIs with a trail of durable customer connections. A company car and fuel card accompany a competitive salary and perks.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year sales experience, preferably in automotive/commercial sectors.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, target-driven and proactive in business development.
• Confident in identifying and developing new sales leads.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of trade accounts within the Aberdeen region
• Develop new business opportunities through cold and warm leads
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with existing and potential customers
• Promote available offers, provide product advice, and secure repeat business
• Maintain accurate records of sales activity and customer interactions
• Achieve set KPIs and revenue targets as per company guidelines

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivation

Target-driven

Proactive in business development

Lead generation

Driving licence

Job description

We are working on behalf of our client to recruit a Business Development Executive within the automotive parts sector in Aberdeen. This is an excellent Business Development Executive opportunity for experienced sales professionals seeking a field-based role with career progression prospects.

The Business Development Executive will play a key role in expanding the company's presence across the Aberdeen region, fostering strong B2B relationships, and increasing aftermarket parts sales.

Benefits and Salary

• Basic salary of £29,000 depending on experience
• Company car and fuel card
• 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays
• Pension scheme and life assurance
• Staff discounts on parts, service, and vehicles
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to employee perks and discount platform
• Opportunities for career advancement

Duties of a Business Development Executive:

• Manage and grow a portfolio of trade accounts within the Aberdeen region
• Develop new business opportunities through cold and warm leads
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with existing and potential customers
• Promote available offers, provide product advice, and secure repeat business
• Maintain accurate records of sales activity and customer interactions
• Achieve set KPIs and revenue targets as per company guidelines

Requirements of a Business Development Executive:

• Minimum of 1 year sales experience, preferably within automotive or commercial sectors
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated, target-driven, and proactive in business development
• Confidence in identifying and developing new sales leads
• Full UK driving licence