Business Development Executive

Business Development Executive

Barnsley | Competitive Basic Salary + Uncapped Commission + Car Allowance + 36 Days Annual Leave

Are you an ambitious B2B salesperson ready to take your career to the next level?

We're currently recruiting for an established and growing  managed print and office technology solutions business  in Barnsley, who are looking to appoint an ambitious  Business Development Executive .
This is an exciting opportunity for a proven B2B salesperson who enjoys  new business development, prospecting and closing deals , and wants the opportunity to build a successful career within a consultative technology sales environment.

The Opportunity

Our client works with businesses across a range of sectors, helping them reduce costs, improve efficiency and find smarter ways of managing their print and office technology requirements.
They're looking for someone who can identify new opportunities, engage decision-makers and take prospects through the sales process from initial conversation through to winning the business.
You'll have the support of an established business behind you, along with comprehensive industry and manufacturer training.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Business Development Executive, your focus will be on generating and winning new business.
Your responsibilities will include:
Proactively prospecting for new B2B opportunities Using Linked In, social media and digital channels to identify prospects Generating leads through email and other outbound activity Researching target businesses and identifying decision-makers Booking appointments and developing sales opportunities Building relationships with prospective customers Understanding customer requirements and identifying solutions Demonstrating how solutions can improve efficiency and reduce costs Managing opportunities through to close Winning and developing your own portfolio of new business
This is a  consultative sales role , rather than simply a transactional sales position. You'll be expected to understand your customers' challenges and demonstrate how the right solutions can add genuine commercial value.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a salesperson with a genuine appetite for  new business and success .
You'll ideally have:
At least 2 years' B2B sales experience within managed print solutions
A proven track record of  generating new business
Confidence communicating with customers by telephone and face-to-face
A commercially focused and target-driven approach
Strong relationship-building skills
Good IT literacy
Excellent organisation and time-management skills
Self-motivation, resilience and determination
A genuine desire to build a successful sales career

Experience with in managed print, office technology or a similar sector would be advantageous, but it's not essential.
If you've been successful selling into businesses within another B2B sector, our client is very interested in hearing from you.

Training & Development

One of the key benefits of this opportunity is the level of training and support available.
You  don't need previous managed print experience .
Our client will provide comprehensive industry, product and manufacturer training, giving you the knowledge and confidence to sell their solutions effectively.
You'll also benefit from ongoing development and genuine opportunities for career progression.

What's in It for You?

Competitive basic salary
UNCAPPED commission
Car allowance
36 days annual leave
Monday-Friday working
Barnsley-based office
Full industry and manufacturer training
Ongoing professional development
Career progression opportunities
Opportunity to work with leading technology manufacturers

Join an established and growing business

Interested?

If you're an experienced B2B salesperson who enjoys  winning new business, opening doors and building commercial relationships , we'd love to hear from you.