Business Development Executive

Blexity; Leicester; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Company car

Phone

iPad

Remote role

Training & development

Company pension

Job summary

Blexity is seeking a motivated Business Development Executive to manage a premium FMCG client portfolio across the Midlands and East Anglia, driving growth with retailers and store networks.

You will split time between account management and new business development, travel regularly to meet decision-makers, and work with field-based teams to deliver exceptional service and achieve ambitious targets.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' sales experience within the FMCG sector.
• Proven track record in account management and business development.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Problem-solving skills with a solutions-focused approach.
• Able to build enduring relationships founded on trust and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a premium FMCG client portfolio across the Midlands and East Anglia.
• Account management (80%) and new business development (20%).
• Develop trusted partnerships with decision-makers including store managers to purchasing teams.
• Identify growth opportunities, implement effective sales strategies, and ensure exceptional customer service throughout the client journey.
• Regular territory travel to maintain face-to-face relationships with existing clients.
• Developing new business opportunities within the geographical area.

Skills

FMCG sales

Account management

Negotiation

Relationship-building

Territory travel

Job description

A new opportunity has arisen for a motivated Business Development Executive to join a leading name in the premium FMCG sector, partnering with some of the UK’s most recognisable retail brands.

About The Company

A trusted brand of convenience products for shoppers' convenience and to boost sales for retailers.

Duties & Responsibilities

• The Business Development Executive will be responsible for managing and growing a premium FMCG client portfolio across the Midlands and East Anglia regions.
• Account management (80%) and new business development (20%)
• Developing trusted partnerships with decision-makers including store managers to purchasing teams.
• Identify growth opportunities, implement effective sales strategies, and ensure exceptional customer service throughout the client journey.
• Regular territory travel to maintain face-to-face relationships with existing clients.
• Developing new business opportunities within the geographical area.

Experience & Skills Needed

• Minimum two years' sales experience within the FMCG sector
• Proven track record in account management and business development.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.Problem-solving skills with a solutions-focused approach
• Able to build enduring relationships founded on trust and reliability.

Benefits

• Basic salary £26-28k
• Uncapped commission, OTE £45k+
• Company car (hybrid), iPhone, IPad
• Remote, field-based role.
• Comprehensive training and development.
• Company pension.