Sales Executive / B2B Business Development Executive

AWD online; Halifax; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established metal stockholding company in Halifax is seeking a Sales Executive / B2B Business Development Executive to manage and expand client accounts and generate new business. Ideal candidates will have proven B2B sales experience and excellent communication skills to drive revenue growth. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and uncapped commission.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in business-to-business sales, ideally within the metal stockholding sector.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to think strategically and proactively identify new business opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing customer accounts.
• Identify opportunities for growth and implement effective strategies.
• Achieve or exceed agreed sales targets and objectives.
• Engage in business development initiatives, including customer visits.
• Handle incoming enquiries and manage all aspects of the order process.
• Provide regular feedback on sales performance and market trends.

Skills

B2B Sales Experience

Communication Skills

Strategic Thinking

New Business Development

Customer Service Skills

Job description

Overview

Sales Executive / B2B Business Development Executive who has experience working as a Client Account Manager, growing existing client accounts, in addition to prospecting for new business within a B2B environment is required for a well-established metal stockholding company based in Halifax, West Yorkshire.

SALARY: £30,000 - £36,000 per annum plus Uncapped Commission

LOCATION: Halifax, West Yorkshire

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Sales Executive / B2B Business Development Executive who has experience working as a Client Account Manager, growing existing client accounts, in addition to prospecting for new business within a B2B environment.

Working as the Sales Executive / B2B Business Development Executive you will be responsible for driving revenue growth by managing and expanding existing client accounts, as well as generating new business opportunities. You will proactively identify sales prospects, build strong customer relationships, and deliver tailored solutions to meet client needs.

This position is ideal for candidates with proven B2B sales experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to engage confidently with decision-makers. A background in developing pipelines, closing deals, and achieving sales targets will ensure success in this rewarding role.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established organisation that values its people and supports career progression. If you are passionate about sales, new business development, and account management, we would love to hear from you.

APPLY TODAY

If this job looks like your ideal position, then please send in your CV as soon as possible for our Recruitment Team to review.

Responsibilities

Your duties as the Sales Executive / B2B Business Development Executive include:

• Account Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with existing customer accounts to ensure long-term satisfaction and retention
• Business Growth: Identify opportunities for growth and implement effective strategies to achieve measurable success
• Sales Performance: Consistently achieve or exceed agreed sales targets and objectives
• Proactive Sales Activity: Actively engage in business development initiatives, including customer visits, under the guidance of the Branch Manager
• Order Management: Handle incoming enquiries efficiently, managing all aspects of the order process from start to completion
• Market Insight: Provide regular feedback on sales performance, competitor activity, and emerging market trends
• Product Knowledge: Develop and maintain an in-depth understanding of the full product portfolio
• Customer Understanding: Gain a thorough knowledge of customer requirements at both a business and technical level

Candidate Requirements

As the Sales Executive / B2B Business Development Executive you will have the following skills and experience:

• B2B Sales Experience: Proven track record in business-to-business sales, ideally within the metal stockholding, engineering, or industrial materials sector
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically, spot trends, and proactively identify new business development opportunities
• New Business Development: Demonstrable success in generating leads, developing pipelines, and winning new accounts
• Company Values: Commitment to the company’s core values of responsiveness, reliability, and respect, ensuring a professional and customer-focused approach at all times

How to Apply

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

JOB REF: AWDO-P13881