Business Development Manager

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Business Development Manager to join a market leading company who specialise in providing high-level of expertise to a variety of clients in both the public and private sectors. Based in Redditch you will be responsible for developing robust business relationships at a senior level with major energy users across a variety of sectors.

Job Title: Business Development Manager
Location: Redditch
Salary: Up to £35,000 basic + OTE + Car and an excellent benefits package


Working as the Business Development Manager you will follow a consultative sales process which requires you to have an understanding of the energy requirements in each business to provide the most appropriate solution. You will be supported by a strong marketing and telemarketing team who book all appointments. With an annual revenue target you will be negotiating at director and senior management level, duties will involve;

*Working in conjunction with the Sales Manager and Business Development Supervisor to maximise new business opportunities.
*Attending up to 4-5 new business appointments per week as booked by the BDE team.
*Reading notes, researching the prospect company and preparing a meeting planner to make sure you are thoroughly prepared for all new business meetings.
*Maintaining an in-depth understanding of the most recent market movements and services available.
*Provide high quality information and advice to all clients and prospects.
*Client presentations, utilising the sales tools provided by marketing using documents and corporate brochure/case studies/testimonials, where appropriate.
*Contacting prospective clients on a regular basis to provide additional information and advice, to negotiate terms of the agreement and to conclude all sales activity.


The successful candidate will ideally be educated to degree level or will hold a professional level qualification, you will have proven successful B2B sales experience along with the ability to demonstrate a successful sales track record. You will be highly motivated, target driven with excellent presentation skills and you will have the ability to quickly understand process and communicate new concepts and services effectively.

You will be commercially minded with the ability to focus on high quality and business profit and you will have good attention to detail with a passion for delivering an exceptional level of service.
Experience in the energy market is desirable and advantageous.
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