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Business Development Executive
We're partnering with a fast-growing business specialising in climatic packaging solutions, and they're looking to add an ambitious Business Development Executive to their expanding sales team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a driven sales professional who thrives on winning new business and wants to build a long-term career in commercial sales.
You'll join a supportive environment where you'll receive comprehensive training, gain exposure to multiple areas of the business, and develop the technical and commercial expertise needed to succeed. For high performers, there is a clear progression pathway into a Business Development Manager position.
If you're motivated by targets, enjoy building relationships, and want a role where your success is recognised and rewarded, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
This is a pure new business sales position focused on identifying, engaging, and converting new customers.
You'll be responsible for building a strong pipeline of opportunities, developing relationships with decision-makers, and helping drive revenue growth across a range of sectors and markets.
Working closely with internal teams including Marketing, Operations, Customer Support, and Finance, you'll play a key role in supporting the company's continued expansion.
Key Responsibilities
New Business Development
- Identify and generate new business opportunities through prospecting, cold calling, networking, and lead generation activities.
- Build and manage a healthy pipeline of qualified opportunities.
- Engage with prospective customers to understand their needs and challenges.
- Deliver consultative sales presentations and tailored solutions.
- Convert opportunities into long-term customers.
- Negotiate commercial terms and pricing agreements.
- Consistently achieve and exceed sales targets and activity KPIs.
Pipeline & Sales Management
- Maintain accurate records of all activity within the CRM system.
- Track pipeline performance and manage opportunities through the sales process.
- Prepare sales forecasts and performance reports.
- Analyse sales activity and identify opportunities for improvement.
Training & Development
- Complete a structured onboarding programme covering all key business functions.
- Develop a strong understanding of products, applications, and customer requirements.
- Continuously build technical and commercial knowledge to enhance sales performance.
Collaboration
- Work closely with Marketing to support lead generation campaigns and market engagement activities.
- Collaborate with Operations and Customer Support teams to ensure a smooth customer experience.
- Contribute to wider sales initiatives and business growth projects.
About You
We're looking for an ambitious, proactive individual who enjoys the challenge of winning new business and developing long-term commercial relationships.
You'll ideally have:
- At least 3 years' experience within a professional working environment, including direct sales experience.
- A proven track record of generating and converting new business opportunities.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Confidence engaging with decision-makers and presenting solutions.
- A highly motivated, target-driven approach.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Experience using CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications.
- The ability to learn technical product information and communicate value effectively.
- A resilient mindset and the determination to succeed in a new business environment.
Desirable Experience
- Previous B2B sales experience.
- Experience selling into commercial or industrial sectors.
- Exposure to marketing activities or lead generation campaigns.
- Degree or equivalent professional experience.
What's on Offer?
- Salary up to £35,000 depending on experience.
- Uncapped bonus structure.
- Clear progression pathway into a Business Development Manager role.
- Comprehensive onboarding and training programme.
- Exposure to all areas of the business, helping you develop broader commercial knowledge.
- Early finish every Friday.
- Additional annual leave based on service.
- Private healthcare options.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Regular team events and recognition initiatives.
- Opportunities for UK and international travel.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated sales professional to join a growing business where hard work, ambition, and results are genuinely rewarded.
Location: Urmston | Salary: £45000 per year | Job type: Permanent | Posted: 08/06/2026
