Business Development

Durham, North East Westray Recruitment Consultants Ltd

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Business Development Opportunity!

This role is to be focused on new business sales within Industrial Supplies. Candidates from a supplies or merchants background is hugely encouraged to apply.
  
A full driving license is essential for this role. This business is located within the Teesside area.
  
  
WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?
  • Salary package of Circa £35k base per annum 
  • Bonus structure applicable, OTE of Circa £55k per annum
  • Company car inclusive
  • Work mobile & Laptop
  • Monday – Friday, 40-hour weeks
  • 33 days holiday package inclusive of bank holidays
  • Pension scheme applicable
  • Genuine training and development opportunities
  • Excellent team/company dynamic built on an excellent culture
  • Team days out/events
  • Company wellbeing support package.
  • Cycle2Work Scheme.
  • Health cashback plan.
  • Electric vehicle purchase scheme.
  • Life assurance.
  • Clear career progression path.

  
  
THE BUSINESS
Our client is a market leading Industrial business with multiple arms to their business. Specialising within Lifting Operations, Industrial PPE & also Training packages, our client is able to offer a plethora of progression opportunities. This business prides themselves on their staff development initiatives, a clear progression plan will be put in place to enable you to develop in the best way you can.
 
THE ROLE
  
  • Driving new business
  • Key account management
  • Attending client visits and client meetings
  • Following up on leads
  • Negotiation of contracts

     
     THE PERSON + ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
  • Results-oriented with a strong drive for success.
  • Customer-focused with a commitment to delivering high-quality service.
  • Proactive and self-motivated with excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in a commission-based sales role.
  • Proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving business growth.
  • Strong ability to identify and develop new business opportunities.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to analyse data and make informed business decisions.
  • Proficient in using CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Willingness to travel within the designated area as required.
  • Full, clean driving licence.

  
TO APPLY

Please apply for this position and your CV will go direct to Kyle Jevons who is leading the search. Alternatively, if you have any questions, please get in touch with Kyle at Westray Recruitment Group
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Handling complex deals, influencing stakeholders, building a pipeline independently.

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  • Confidently promote the value of apprenticeships using client data and industry insights
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  • No weekend or Bank Holiday working
  • Full office closure between Christmas and New Year
  • Additional Life Event Day annually for those big moments that matter
  • Buy & Sell Holiday Scheme for extra flexibility

Health & Wellbeing:

  • Free, confidential mental health support through SPILL
  • Access to high-value wellbeing initiatives, including face-to-face sessions with a Health & Wellbeing Specialist
  • Local discounted gym memberships
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity leave (after 2 years' service)

Recognition & Engagement:

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  • Breakfasts, competitions, and engagement days
  • Volunteer Day annually to give back to causes you care about

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