Graduate Business Development Executive

TN United Kingdom; Widnes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in packaging solutions is seeking a Graduate Business Development Executive to join their dynamic sales team in Speke. This exciting entry-level role offers a fantastic opportunity to kickstart a career in sales, where you will engage with prospective clients, build relationships, and contribute to business growth. With a competitive salary and potential for significant earnings, this position promises a supportive environment for learning and development. If you're ambitious and ready to make an impact, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

22 days holiday plus bank holidays

Charity day per year

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Entry-level role with no prior experience required.
• Confidence to build relationships and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support business growth by reaching out to prospective clients.
• Develop relationships with decision-makers and close deals.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Relationship Building

Team Collaboration

Sales Techniques

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Graduate Business Development Executive, Widnes

Client: BMS Performance

Location: Widnes, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: a856b3038cae

Job Views: 7

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

This is a graduate sales role based in Speke, south Liverpool. It offers an excellent opportunity to start your career in sales with a packaging provider that has a turnover in excess of £10 million. The role is available for an April/May start.

What does the company do?

The company provides premium packaging solutions across the North West, serving clients from large pharmaceutical companies to small TikTok shop traders. Established in the 1990s, they have been steadily growing and aim to expand further into summer 2025 by hiring an entry-level Business Development Executive for their Speke office.

What is the role?

As a Business Development Executive, you will join a successful sales team. Your responsibilities include supporting business growth by reaching out to prospective clients via phone, LinkedIn, and email. You will develop relationships with decision-makers and work alongside a 'buddy' Business Development Manager to win and close deals. There is potential to manage the entire sales process and meet clients in person as you progress.

What are the company's requirements?

• Confidence to build relationships over the phone
• Humility to work well within a team environment
• Ambition with opportunities for learning and development
• Ability to commute to Speke five days a week
• No prior experience required; this is an entry-level role

What is the package?

• £30,000 basic salary
• £35,000 OTE
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays and one charity day per year

All applications will be managed by BMS Performance, market leaders in sales recruitment.