Business Development Manager

Howdens; Brighton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Howdens is seeking a Business Development Manager for the Southeast Region to identify new business opportunities in the Social Housing Sector. The role requires proven experience in building customer relationships and achieving sales targets, providing a significant opportunity for passionate sales professionals within an established company.

Benefits

Company car

Laptop and mobile

Pension plan (up to 12% employer contributions)

25 days rising to 30 days after 10 years

Staff discount on Howdens products

Share awards and prize draws

Qualifications

• Experience selling into the Construction / Social Housing Market.
• Experience selling in the field / across a region.
• Passionate about customer care.

Responsibilities

• Meeting and surpassing sales targets.
• Making initial contact with potential customers.
• Promoting and selling Howdens services.

Skills

Customer Service

Business Relationship Building

Sales

Job description

Howdens Brighton, England, United Kingdom

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Howdens Joinery are looking for a Business Development Manager to cover the Southeast Region.

Joining our Social Sector team in Contracts this role offers a Business Development Manager an excellent opportunity to identify new business opportunities in order to promote and sell Howdens kitchens, appliances and accessories to the Social Housing Sector.

The successful candidates must be able to demonstrate a passion for delivering excellent customer service and an exceptional talent for building and securing business relationships.

What will I be doing?

• Meeting and surpassing sales targets through developing new and existing contracts
• Making initial contact with potential customers including builders, developers, and housing associations
• Promoting and selling Howdens services and outstanding kitchen ranges, appliances and accessories
• Working closely with the Kitchen CAD designer to produce innovative, creative kitchen solutions to meet the needs of the end user within the restraints of the budget
  
  

What do I need to qualify for this role?

• Experience selling into the Construction / Social Housing Market is essential.
• Experience selling in the field / Area or across a region is a must
• Anyone with experience selling kitchens or similar products is advantageous.
• A passion for delivering excellent customer service and an exceptional talent for building and securing business relationships
• Passionate about customer care and building business through trust and recommendations
• Computer literate
• Hold a full driving license
  
  

What We Can Offer You

• £45-60,000 OTE
• Company car, laptop and mobile
• Pension plan (up to 12% employer contributions)
• 25 days rising to 27 days after 5 years’ service and 30 days after 10 years’ service
• Staff discount on Howdens products
• Share awards and prize draws
  
  

About Howdens

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda.

As well as the opportunity to develop within a fast paced and commercial environment, you will be part of a rewarding organisation recognised for excellence in the workplace in the Best Big Companies to Work For.

How To Apply

We’re building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career, then we’re keen to hear from you.

Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email [e-mail] with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

• Industries

  Wholesale Building Materials, Retail, and Design Services

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