Business Development Executive (HF1364238)

Flourish; Drayton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Flourish is looking for a Business Development Executive in Waterlooville. The role offers a £30,000-£35,000 basic salary plus £35,000-£45,000 on-target earnings, presenting a strong earning potential from the start.

You will own the full sales cycle, from identifying prospects to closing deals and building lasting client relationships, while tailoring logistics solutions to client needs and coordinating with internal teams to ensure smooth delivery.

Qualifications

• Confident and clear communicator.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build rapport.
• Motivated, target-driven and resilient.
• Eager to learn and develop in a sales environment.
• Able to manage workload and priorities.
• Full driving licence is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Identifying and reaching out to new business prospects.
• Building strong relationships with potential and existing clients.
• Managing the full sales process from lead generation to close.
• Understanding client needs and presenting tailored logistics solutions.
• Negotiating and closing deals with confidence.
• Maintaining accurate records of your activity and pipeline.
• Working closely with internal teams to ensure smooth delivery.

Skills

Confident communicator

Interpersonal skills

Target driven

Resilient

Eager to learn

Time management

Job description

Business Development Executive

Location: Waterlooville

Salary: £30-35,000 basic + £35,000 to £45,000 OTE

The Opportunity

We are working with a growing shipping and logistics business in Waterlooville that is looking to bring in a Business Development Executive to join their team.

This is a fantastic entry point into a high earning sales career. No previous experience is required. What matters most is your attitude, communication skills, and drive to succeed.

You will take ownership of the full sales cycle, from first contact through to closing deals and building long term client relationships.

What You Will Be Doing

• Identifying and reaching out to new business prospects
• Building strong relationships with potential and existing clients
• Managing the full sales process from lead generation to close
• Understanding client needs and presenting tailored logistics solutions
• Negotiating and closing deals with confidence
• Maintaining accurate records of your activity and pipeline
• Working closely with internal teams to ensure smooth delivery

What We Are Looking For

• Confident and clear communicator
• Strong interpersonal skills and natural ability to build rapport
• Motivated, target driven, and resilient
• Eager to learn and develop in a sales environment
• Able to manage your own workload and priorities
• Full driving licence is ideal

What You Will Get

• £30,000 basic salary
• Realistic on target earnings of £35,000 to £45,000
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing business
• Full training and ongoing support
• A team environment that rewards effort and success

We believe that diversity makes us stronger and more innovative. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.