Junior Business Development Manager

Metro Rod; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading drainage services provider in Macclesfield is seeking a motivated Sales Account Executive to join their team. This entry-level role focuses on managing customer relationships and acquiring new business. Ideal candidates have strong communication skills, MS Office experience, and a goal-driven attitude. The position offers a competitive salary plus benefits like annual leave, pension, and employee discounts.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company pension

Employee discounts platform

Cycle to work scheme

Free eye tests

Qualifications

• Previous experience within an office environment essential.
• Ability to build relationships with people on all levels.
• Interest in starting a career in sales.

Responsibilities

• Manage existing customer relationships and bring in new business.
• Use both traditional and modern media methods for customer engagement.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Strong MS Office experience

Goal-driven

Ability to solve and deliver on tasks

Flexible and adaptable approach

Team player

Job description

Overview

Sales Account Executive – Metro Rod & Metro Plumb

Full time permanent • 37.5 hours per week • Up to £27,000 DOE + quarterly based bonus & benefits

Metro Rod work with the likes of Tesco, Marks and Spencer, Mitie, Clarion, Axa, Wetherspoons and many more in the FM, Social Housing, Property Management, Retail, Industrial and Leisure sectors. Despite having been around for over 40 years, we are a fast-growing and dynamic business and part of an ever-expanding group Franchise Brands.

Founded in 1983, Metro Rod and its sister company Metro Plumb are leading providers of drain clearance and maintenance services delivered on a largely reactive basis. The services are provided by over 60 franchisees with geographical coverage across the UK. We’ve been clearing and unblocking drains for more than thirty years and we’re proud of our reputation for quality service and customer satisfaction. Major companies and leading high street names trust us to deal with all their regular drain maintenance and we’ll bring the same high standards of service to tackle your drain blockage.

Within the Waste & Water Services Division of Franchise Brands, is also Willow Pumps and Filta. Two expanding businesses that focus on sewage pumps and commercial kitchen solutions. Together, the brands provide a complete one-stop shop for keeping water and waste flowing.

What does it entail?

We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and adaptable individual to join our sales team here at Metro Rod Support Centre. This is an entry-level sales position that requires no previous sales experience. What we do require is the right attitude and the will to succeed - we can teach you the rest!

Working alongside our prestigious National Accounts Team, you will be responsible for bringing in new business as well as managing existing customer relationships - all focused around small-medium size customer accounts. The nature of our business requires the ability to use both traditional and more modern media-based methods of approaching new and existing customers. You should therefore have a strong understanding of all round MS Office to an intermediate/advanced level and be confident on the phone receiving and making calls.

What do we look for?

• Previous experience within an office environment essential
• Strong communicator - able to build relationships with people on all levels
• Strong MS Office experience
• Ability to own, solve and deliver on tasks
• Flexible and adaptable approach
• Goal-driven
• Interest in starting a career with us
• Team player

What do you get?

• 25 days annual leave - plus bank holidays
• Royal London, Company Pension
• Group Life Assurance
• Additional Paid Leave / Special Leave
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Company Events
• Laptop / Company Mobile
• Travel subsidy / mileage
• Free Eye Tests / Subsidy for Glasses
• Free Standard Parking
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Occupational Health Support
• Employee Discounts Platform - Sodexo