Business Development Executive (Hybrid)

Honeycomb; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sustainability business is seeking a Business Development Executive to drive growth and build client relationships. This role involves managing the sales cycle and collaborating with internal teams, offering significant opportunities for progression within a hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales or business development.
• Experience in environmental or FMCG sales preferred.
• Driven and eager to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a regional business development strategy.
• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to deal closure.
• Build long-term client relationships and ensure repeat business.

Skills

Relationship Building

Sales Strategy

Negotiation

CRM Management

Networking

Job description

Honeycomb is delighted to be working exclusively with our client, an innovative and forward-thinking sustainability business, to recruit for a Business Development Executive on a permanent basis. The business has been founded by industry leaders to solve a global issue from the comfort of your home. The organisation is rapidly growing with plans for dramatic expansion both geographically and across various sectors. Due to the everyday nature of the product - the possibilities are limitless for where the business can go.

The role of Business Development Executive is a critical role for the business, as you will be responsible for building strong relationships on behalf of the business, forging long-term commercial opportunities. You will work as a trusted advisor and advocate for the business, promoting the organisation at relevant events and trade shows.

• Develop and execute a regional business development strategy focused on both B2B and distribution channels.
• Involved in the full sales cycle - from initial prospecting and outreach through to proposal, commercial negotiation, and deal closure.
• Build long-term client relationships, ensuring repeat business and up selling opportunities.
• Maintain an accurate CRM pipeline and provide regular sales reports and forecasting updates.
• Attend trade shows, expos, and industry networking events.
• Support marketing-led campaigns by providing feedback from the field and aligning activity with commercial goals.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders (marketing, product, and logistics) to ensure smooth on boarding and supply chain coordination.

The right person for this role will be an experienced Sales/BD professional who is keen to progress and make an impact. There is ample opportunity for progression for the successful candidate, therefore if you are someone who is driven and eager to succeed, this organisation can provide the chance for you to thrive. The right person for this role will have a proven track record of success within another BD/Sales role and ideally come from an environmental/FMCG sales background.

The package for this role contains an attractive salary (£40,000 - £50,000 DOE) with uncapped earning potential in terms of commission. The business is based in Belfast, however all locations would be considered, as the role is largely hybrid!

This is a fantastic opportunity and one not to be missed.

To apply for this role, submit your CV via the application form provided. Alternatively, to speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please contact Erin Butler, Associate Director, on the details provided.

If you have a disability which means you require assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us directly to discuss.

Honeycomb is committed to providing equality of opportunity to all.

** Please note, we are receiving an exceptionally high number of applications and present and will be unable to shortlist candidates who are not meeting the specific requirements for this role. Due to the high volume of applications, we may be unable to provide individual feedback. We thank you in advance for your understanding. **