Business Development Manager

Network Scientific; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is looking for a Business Development Manager to drive sales in the laboratory equipment field. The ideal candidate will have a strong sales background, preferably in the scientific industry, and will be responsible for engaging with clients, maintaining records, and seeking new business opportunities. Competitiveness in the market, a full UK driving license, and excellent communication skills are essential. This position offers a welcoming work environment and attractive compensation including bonuses.

Benefits

Bonus

Company car

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record of winning new business.
• Ability to effectively utilize cold-calling and video meetings.
• Full UK driving license for South West territory.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with new and existing companies to increase sales.
• Develop a prospect list and engage customers through various means.
• Attend exhibitions and represent the company at conferences.
• Maintain accurate records using company CRM.

Skills

Sales experience

Cold calling

CRM proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Background in chemistry or related scientific area

Job description

Overview

Are you a motivated and hardworking sales professional? Do you enjoy working with customers on a technical and scientific level? Are you looking for a new challenge and to make an impact for a new business in the laboratory equipment field?

Our client is a well-established and rapidly growing global business who specialise in the design and manufacture of a range of high-quality and industry-specific products to service industries such as Pharma, Food & Beverage and Wastewater. Due to growth and an internal promotion, they are now looking to hire a Business Development Manager to join their friendly and supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Working closely with new and existing companies in order to increase sales for the territory
• Developing a prospect list and making inroads to customers via a range of means e.g. cold calling, email outreach and marketing activities
• Seek out new opportunities for business growth
• Attend exhibitions be a company presence at conferences and demonstrations
• Accurate record keeping and data logging using company CRM
• Constantly keep up to date with industry and product knowledge
• Work as part of a team to drive business forwards
• Compile proposals for new business

To be considered

• Have experience of working in a sales and commercial position, ideally in the scientific industry, however we would also consider someone coming from a technical sales background e.g. Technology / Electronics
• Have a proven track-record of being responsible for winning new business
• Have an ability to utilise cold-calling and video meetings in an effective manner
• Be able to communicate and negotiate effectively
• Have great organisational skills
• Be happy to present and work closely with customers
• Ideally have a background in chemistry or related scientific area
• Hold a full UK driving license and be happy to cover the South West UK territory
• Have experience working with a CRM

You will be rewarded with a friendly, inclusive working environment, competitive salary and company benefits such as bonus and company car as well as strong progression opportunities.

For more information or to apply, please contact Chris Vinter.

Due to the volume of applications received on a daily basis, we find it incredibly difficult to respond to each and every one. Should you not hear back from us within two weeks, please assume your application was unsuccessful on this occasion.

Network Scientific is a multi-award-winning recruitment agency dedicated to connecting top talent with opportunities across the scientific and technical sectors. We specialise in temporary, permanent, and contract placements, and pride ourselves on being an ethical and knowledgeable consultancy with a strong focus on candidate care.

If you feel this role is not right for you but are interested in other opportunities in the Scientific sector, please take a look at our company website.

Please note that all applicants for this role should be able to prove that they are legally entitled to work in the UK. Network Scientific Recruitment, part of Network Scientific Ltd. is an Employment Business/Agency.