Business Development Manager

My Client in the Belfast area are currently seeking a Business Development Manager due to expansion.

Business Development Manager

Northern Ireland & Republic of Ireland

My clients continued investment in the latest state of the art plate processing equipment has created exciting opportunities for experienced Salespeople to join on a hybrid basis, or from one of our offices dependent on location, covering sales into Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland.

The role of Business Development Manager - Steel Experience:

1. Identify key decision makers of new clients through direct communication by telephone calls, emails, and professional networking.
2. Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients to expand sales.
3. Promote key products and added value services by identifying and targeting specific industry sectors.
4. Respond to enquiries and prepare accurate written presentations, reports, and price quotations in a timely manner.
5. Ensure commercial targets are met.
6. Liaise with Commercial Director/product leads on any issues/opportunities with new and existing customer base.
7. Use relevant database to provide required information on stock availability.
8. Ensure accounts trade within the agreed credit limits.
9. Maintain accurate and up to date customer databases and statistics.

Candidates must have:

1. A knowledge of steel plate, plate processing and structural sections is essential.
2. An ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a wider team.
3. Excellent communication skills - internal and external.
4. Be highly organised and methodical.
5. Maintain a positive attitude.
6. Understand the customers' needs.
7. 3 + years sales experience required.

Job Type: This is a full-time permanent role with an excellent package for the right candidate. Hours of work are 8.30am to 5:30pm Monday - Thursday and 8:30am to 4:30pm Friday.

Salary: The salary for this role is very negotiable and includes loads of benefits.

Please respond with an up to date CV to be considered.