Business Development Executive

Michael Page; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A small-sized company in the industrial sector is seeking a proactive Business Development Executive to drive B2B sales expansion. The role involves generating new business through outreach and qualifying leads. Successful candidates will have a sales background, strong communication skills, and CRM proficiency. The company offers a competitive salary, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for growth within the industry.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Permanent position

Growth opportunities

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales, preferably in the industrial or manufacturing sector.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills required.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business through targeted outreach via phone, email, and LinkedIn.
• Research organizations and decision-makers to identify opportunities.
• Qualify inbound leads and route them to account managers.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Proactive approach

CRM proficiency

Tools

CRM tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are seeking a proactive, results-oriented Business Development Executive to help drive the expansion of our B2B sales pipeline. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying new opportunities, engaging early-stage prospects, and creating interest in our industry-leading solutions. Serving as a critical connection between marketing and sales, you will turn initial interest into high-quality, qualified opportunities.

Client Details

This opportunity is with a small-sized company in the industrial and manufacturing sector. The organisation prides itself on delivering quality products and services, supported by a strong team in a collaborative work environment.

Description

• Proactively generate new business through targeted outbound outreach via phone, email, and LinkedIn.
• Research organisations and key decision-makers to uncover opportunities and match customer needs with suitable solutions.
• Qualify inbound leads through discovery calls and route them to the appropriate account managers.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all prospecting activities and lead progression.
• Collaborate closely with Account Managers and Marketing to maximise conversion rates.
• Represent the company at trade shows, networking events, and virtual meetings to create new business opportunities.
• Provide ongoing feedback to the commercial team regarding lead quality, market trends, and the effectiveness of campaigns.

Profile

A successful Business Development Executive should have:

• A proven track record in sales, preferably in the industrial or manufacturing sector.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Exceptional organisational and time management skills.
• A proactive approach to identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
• Proficiency in using CRM tools and Microsoft Office Suite.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from 35,000+ per annum.
• Permanent position located in Trafford Park.
• Opportunity to grow within the industrial and manufacturing sector.
• Supportive work environment and collaborative team culture.