Business Development Manager - Plant Hire

Are you an ambitious and driven sales professional ready to take your career to the next level? This is your opportunity to join a thriving, innovative company that rewards success and provides a clear pathway for growth.

We're looking for a Sales & Business Development Manager to work on a permanent basis for our client in the Bedford area.

About the Organisation:

A market-leading nationwide supplier specialising in non-mechanical plant, equipment sales and hire, and construction supplies. The organisation works continuously to build a truly diverse and inclusive workforce and culture, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proactively sell to new (60%) and existing customers (40%)
• Follow up on weekly inbound customer enquiries
• Demonstrate excellent customer service for internal and external clients
• Develop market growth through specifier and end-user conversion
• Maintain efficient sales order entry using CRM system
• Achieve sales targets, call rates, meeting quotas and KPIs
• Support new product development initiatives
• Conduct customer meetings as required
• Monitor customer activity and report to senior management
• Gather and report competitive intelligence

The Package and Work Pattern:

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Bedford or surrounding area (within a commutable distance of my clients office)

Working Hours: Full-time

Package Details:

Salary: 30,000 - 45,000 basic (OTE 80,000+), currently being attained by the top billers.

Other Benefits:

• Commission structure
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Private healthcare
• Company bonuses
• Career Progression opportunities

Work Pattern:

Full-time hours

May include work outside normal hours

40% field based / 60% Office / home-based

Key Relationships:

Internal:

Head of Sales

National Sales Team

Senior Management

External:

Construction sector clients

Event sector customers

Product specifiers

End users

Desirable Qualifications:

• 2-5 years' experience in construction sector
• Knowledge of non-mechanical plant and equipment
• Previous hire industry experience
• Construction industry knowledge

Required Competencies:

• Exemplary customer service skills
• Strong sales ability
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic
• Excellent communication at all levels
• Sound IT knowledge including MS Office
• CRM systems experience
• Ability to work independently
• Strong team player mentality
• Proven sales experience
• Full UK driving licence

How to Apply

If this Sales & Business Development Manager position could be of interest, please:

Call: (phone number removed) at GPW Recruitment

Or press APPLY NOW!