Business Development Executive

Adecco; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in construction seeks a Sales & Business Development Executive in Stratford-upon-Avon. This full-time role involves generating leads, maintaining customer relationships, and achieving sales targets. The ideal candidate should have strong sales experience and excellent communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary plus commission. Join us in making an impact in the construction industry!

Benefits

Competitive salary

Sales commissions

On-the-job training

Long-term development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales, business development, and account management in a B2B environment.
• Confidence in outbound sales, cold calling, and lead follow-up.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and meet targets.

Responsibilities

• Research and generate new leads in target sectors.
• Prepare and send tailored quotes, proposals, and agreements.
• Qualify opportunities via phone, email, and LinkedIn.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in CRM

Outbound sales

Lead generation

Relationship-building

Tools

LinkedIn

Mailchimp

Excel

Sage

Job description

Job Advertisement: Sales & Business Development Executive

Location: Stratford-upon-Avon

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full Time (Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm)

About Us:

We are a leading organisation in the construction and civil engineering sector, specialising in plant hire. Our mission is to grow our customer base, enhance sales revenue, and expand our market presence across the UK. We are on the lookout for a commercially minded, self-motivated, and results-driven individual to be a key player in our business development strategy.

What You’ll Do:

• Proactively researching and generating new leads in target sectors (plant hire, construction, infrastructure).
• Preparing and sending tailored quotes, proposals, and hire/sale agreements.
• Qualifying opportunities and making contact via phone, email, and LinkedIn.
• Maintaining and updating our CRM with activity, feedback, and pipeline forecasts.
• Following up leads, tracking outcomes, and closing deals to meet monthly targets.
• Supporting marketing initiatives, including email campaigns and lead generation projects.
• Collaborating with internal teams to ensure excellent customer service and timely delivery.
• Attending industry events and exhibitions to network and promote our offerings.
• Providing holiday cover for the sales and operations team, including general admin and order processing.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in sales, business development, and account management in a B2B environment (experience in the construction industry is a plus!).
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence in outbound sales, cold calling, and lead follow-up.
• A self-motivated attitude with the ability to work independently and meet targets.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a results-driven mindset.
• A proactive, flexible attitude and a willingness to assist across the business.
• Familiarity with LinkedIn, Mailchimp, Excel, and CRM platforms (Sage experience is desirable).

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary (depending on experience) + sales and performance-based commission.
• A supportive, team-oriented work environment.
• On-the‑job training and long‑term development opportunities to help you grow in your career.

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to take your sales career to the next level, we want to hear from you! Please submit your CV and a covering letter detailing:

• Why you’re a great fit for this role, including your relevant experience and sales achievements.
• Your current salary requirements.

Join us in making a significant impact in the construction industry! Apply today and let’s build a successful future together!

Equal Opportunities Statement:

Adecco is a disability‑confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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