Business Development Executive

212 Recruitment; Birchfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

212 Recruitment is seeking a confident and motivated Business Development Executive for our client, a leading commercial wholesaler. You will handle inbound sales and proactively contact customers to maximise opportunities.

You will provide product information, manage orders, maintain CRM records and support the sales team with quotations and follow-ups while delivering excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in internal sales, telesales or customer service.
• Confident communication skills and a friendly, professional manner.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple enquiries.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when processing orders.

Responsibilities

• Handle inbound sales enquiries whilst proactively contacting existing and new customers to maximise sales opportunities.
• Provide accurate product information, pricing and availability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, ensuring excellent service at all times.
• Process orders efficiently and liaise with warehouse and transport teams to ensure smooth delivery.
• Identify upselling and cross selling opportunities across the product range.
• Maintain CRM records, customer notes and sales activity logs.
• Support the wider sales team with quotations, follow‑ups and general administrative tasks.

Skills

Internal sales

Telesales

Customer service

Tools

CRM

Job description

Our client is a leading commercial wholesaler supplying customers across the UK and Europe. We're looking for a confident and motivated Business Development Executive to join their busy sales office and help drive continued growth. If you thrive in a fast paced environment and enjoy building strong customer relationships, this role will suit you well.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle inbound sales enquiries whilst proactively contacting existing and new customers to maximise sales opportunities
• Provide accurate product information, pricing and availability
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, ensuring excellent service at all times
• Process orders efficiently and liaise with warehouse and transport teams to ensure smooth delivery
• Identify upselling and cross selling opportunities across the product range
• Maintain CRM records, customer notes and sales activity logs
• Support the wider sales team with quotations, follow‑ups and general administrative tasks

What You'll Bring

• Previous experience in internal sales, telesales or customer service
• Confident communication skills and a friendly, professional manner
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple enquiries
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when processing orders
• A proactive approach with the ability to spot opportunities and close deals
• Experience within automotive or wholesale sectors is beneficial but not essential

Working hours

• Monday to Friday 08:30-17:30

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Advertised details may be subject to change based on client requirements