Business Development Manager

Etex Group; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sustainable construction company in the UK is seeking a Business Development Manager to cover the South West and Midlands. The role involves maintaining and expanding the customer base for Fire Stopping Products, offering technical support, and achieving sales targets. Candidates should have proven sales experience in the construction industry and a customer-focused attitude. The company promotes a culture of care, sustainability, and diversity.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a sales-focused role within the construction industry.
• Ability to manage a large customer base and prioritize site visits and calls.
• Personable and customer-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Maintain current customer base and gain new customers through various communication platforms.
• Conduct regular customer and site visits and offer technical support.
• Manage a large customer caseload and meet sales targets.

Skills

Sales experience in the construction industry

Customer management

Technical support

Proficiency in MS Office

CRM systems

Job description

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Reading, GB Bracknell, GB Birmingham, GB Measham, GB Burton-on-Trent, GB Bristol, GB

At Etex, our purpose is to inspire new ways of living. We are an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by a passion for excellence, but it's our people that are our top priority.

We connect, collaborate, and champion the well-being of our employees, forming partnerships and pioneering change in our ever-evolving industry.

At Etex, we seek to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our customers and our communities. Are you looking for a company where you can learn, grow & lead? Join us as a Business Development Manager covering South West and Midlands, with regular travel to the London area!

You will join the FSi division of Etex and sell Fire Stopping Products. You will be responsible for delivering the company's market strategy, identifying new market opportunities, and feeding back market intelligence. You will work closely with our customer service team based in Essex, our national specification manager, and the wider team across the UK.

What you’ll do:

• Maintain current customer base and gain new customers through various communication platforms
• Conduct regular customer and site visits and offer technical support
• Provide CPD to architects or main contractors and represent the company at trade shows
• Manage a large customer caseload and meet sales targets
• Update and maintain CRM regularly
• Serve as a main point of contact for customers, liaising with other departments to offer effective technical and customer service

What you’ll bring:

• Proven experience in a sales-focused role within the construction industry
• Ability to manage a large customer base and prioritize site visits and calls
• Personable and customer-focused attitude
• Proficiency in MS Office and CRM systems
• Recognition as the world's #1 most trustworthy company in the construction sector by Newsweek and Statista in 2023!
• A culture that values connection and care, nurturing teamwork, communities, partnerships, and innovative ways of working, prioritizing safety and well-being
• Commitment to sustainability through our ‘Road to Sustainability 2030’ plan, focusing on social and environmental impacts and developing innovative solutions
• Strong belief in diversity and inclusion, ensuring everyone feels part of the team, with a commitment to equal opportunities and zero discrimination
• Flexibility: We support hybrid and flexible working arrangements based on trust and role requirements