General Information

• As a business development executive, you will build and develop meaningful communication channels with customers and key figures in the print & signage industry, operating from our busy production facility in Chesterfield.
• Working closely with the Group Marketing Manager and divisional sales teams, the Business Development Executive will support sales and growth efforts, and create long-term value, for the Banner Box and Flagmakers brands.
• This role will be heavily office-based and focused on lead generation, primarily using phone, email, and social media. There will also be an element of local networking involved.

Major Areas of Responsibility

• Researching businesses, individuals, and industry trends to identify potential new clients.
• Contacting potential new clients using phone, email, and social channels to seek out the appropriate contact, gauge interest and plan meetings.
• Using industry networks, telephone communications and online research to identify, generate and qualify new sales leads.
• Consult with the wider team in responding to new business opportunities and preparing relevant information using industry systems.
• Supporting the development and execution of a company’s marketing and branding strategies
• Communicating with prospects and customers via company social media channels including Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
• Attending networking opportunities including conferences and industry events.
• Increasing lifetime customer value through winning back lapsed and dormant business.
• Conduct detailed customer research to gain a better understanding of the marketplace.

Experience, Knowledge & Skills

• Very strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The desire to be a high performer; driven by results and places emphasis on quality over quantity.
• A proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Superb attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to learn new skills.
• Motivation to hit targets and win new business.
• Confident on the phone and not afraid to hear no.
• Previous experience in sales and the print and signage industry would be advantageous but not essential.

Benefits

Casual dress | Company events | Company pension | Cycle-to-work scheme | On-site parking

If you’d like to apply for this position, please send your CV and cover letter to Jodie Earl, HR Manager via Indeed. For further information, please call 01246 472949.