Business Development Manager

Franke; St Albans; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in coffee machinery is looking for a Business Development Manager to generate leads and manage sales in the UK market. The role involves showcasing products at exhibitions, building client relationships, and contributing to business growth. Ideal candidates should have a passion for coffee, business development experience, and excellent communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, along with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

25 days of holidays

Private Healthcare

Life Insurance

Income Protection

Cycle to Work Scheme

EV Car – Salary Sacrifice scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development, sales or related field.
• Quick learner with the ability to understand technical information.
• Willingness to travel to coffee shows and exhibitions.

Responsibilities

• Identify and generate new leads through various channels.
• Showcase coffee machines at exhibitions and trade shows.
• Manage a sales pipeline with timely follow-ups.

Skills

Passion for coffee

Excellent communication skills

Self-motivated

Organisational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Tools

CRM software

Job description

About Dalla Corte

Founded in 2001, Dalla Corte is an international company specializing in the production of semi-automatic espresso machines and on-demand grinders, headquartered just outside Milan.

All Dalla Corte espresso machines are proudly Made in Italy, crafted with high-quality materials to ensure exceptional performance. In 2001, Dalla Corte introduced Evolution, the first espresso machine featuring independent multi-boiler technology. Since then, this innovative system has become the foundation of all DC machines.

Our mission: to create the finest espresso machines for the perfect coffee experience

About the job

The Business Development Manager position is responsible for generating leads, representing Dalla Corte at exhibitions, managing a sales pipeline and contributing to the growth of Dalla Corte in the UK Market.

Your tasks

• Identify and generate new leads through various channels, including cold calling, networking and online search
• Showcase Dalla Corte coffee machines at exhibitions, trade shows and other industry events
• Build and maintain relationships with potential clients, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions
• Manage a sales pipeline, ensuring timely follow-ups and effective communication with prospects
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and implement strategies to increase brand awareness and generate leads
• Contribute to the growth of Dalla Corte's business in the UK market, including market research, competitor analysis and identifying potential partnerships
• Stay up to date with industry, trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies in the coffee industry
• Provide regular reports and updates on sales activities, market trends and customer feedback

Requirements

• Passion for coffee and a strong desire to learn about machinery and technicalities
• Proven experience in business development, sales or related field
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with clients
• Self-motivated and results-oriented, with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets
• Quick learner with the ability to understand and effectively communicate technical information
• High enthusiasm and eagerness for a new challenge
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong organisational and time management skills
• Willingness to travel to coffee shows and exhibitions in the UK and around the world
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM software

What we offer you

• Opportunity to work in a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Be part of a company committed to excellence and innovation.
• 25 days of holidays
• Private Healthcare for you, with the option to add partner and children
• Life Insurance
• Income Protection
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• EV Car – Salary Sacrifice scheme

For more information see: www.franke.com

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