Business Development Executive (BDE) - Aggregates / Construction Waste

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Business Development Executive, where you'll leverage your sales skills to drive new business in the construction and waste management sectors. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with Business Development Managers, nurture client relationships, and contribute to a growing team. With a competitive salary and a hybrid working model, this position is perfect for someone eager to advance their career while making a significant impact in a dynamic industry. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, apply now!

Qualifications

• Proven skills in sales process: prospecting, nurturing, follow-up, negotiating.
• Technologically savvy, especially with social media platforms like LinkedIn.

Responsibilities

• Support Business Development Managers by developing leads through prospecting.
• Manage incoming sales inquiries and maintain CRM system with client communications.

Skills

Business Development

Sales Process

Communication Skills

CRM Software

Social Media Savvy

Resilience

Tools

MS Office

CRM Software

Job description

Job Description

VAC:543 Business Development Executive (BDE) – Aggregates / Construction Waste

Basic Salary: £35,000
OTE: £49,000 & competitive benefits package.
Ideally based in or around Leeds, York, Harrogate areas.
Office based (hybrid option 3/2).

Company: LWS Services

We are proud to be the chosen recruitment partner for a nationwide supplier of solutions for management of contaminated materials arising from construction and demolition projects throughout the UK.

Role:
Reporting to the Business Development Manager, you will ensure that business plan revenue targets are met.

Responsibilities:

1. Support the Business Development Managers by developing leads through prospecting new businesses.
2. Call on key contacts at target companies to assess and qualify their needs for services.
3. Pursue warm leads provided by marketing.
4. Manage incoming sales inquiries created via direct marketing, social media, and web campaigns.
5. Keep CRM system up to date with all client communications.
6. Develop a sales plan in conjunction with BDMs to drive new business leads.
7. Account management of existing clients to achieve a continuing/expanding business relationship.
8. Maintain and develop a pipeline of new business and projects, providing accurate updates on customer performance and pipeline progress during weekly review calls.
9. Prepare commercial proposals, quotations, and functional descriptions.
10. Ensure compliance with relevant environmental permits, regulatory guidance, company management system, and Standard Operating System (SOP).

Experience & Knowledge Required:

• Technically/technologically savvy, especially with social media platforms such as LinkedIn.
• Business savvy with effective communication skills at all levels.
• Proven skills in all facets of the sales process (prospecting, nurturing, follow-up, negotiating, closing, attention to detail).
• Ability to work collaboratively with service delivery professionals to nurture relationships and close sales.
• Resilient and confident in overcoming gatekeepers and handling knock-backs.
• Previous experience in Construction, Waste Management, or Telephone Sales is a distinct advantage.
• Computer literate with solid experience in CRM software and MS Office.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager for career progression.
To arrange an immediate interview, apply now with your current CV.

Similar titles include: Business Development Manager, Sales Executive, Business Development Specialist, Sales Development Representative, Business Development Representative.