Business Development Executive
At a glance
Mid-level Business Development role at Universal Business Team. Northwich · full-time.
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What you'll do
- Win new accounts in non-FMCG applications and industrial manufacturing
- Fill and manage the pipeline through outbound outreach and incoming enquiries
- Meet UK customers in person, from shopfloor operators through to directors
- Run product trials and turn successful evaluations into commercial opportunities
- Keep CRM entries, quotations, forecasts and sales activity accurate
What you bring
- A record of winning new business through technical B2B sales
- Background selling into non-FMCG areas such as product assembly, filter manufacturing, bookbinding or paper wrapping
- Confidence handling the full sales process, including cold outreach, meetings and deal closure
- Formal sales training plus at least two years of sustained new-business results
Who this fits
You'll suit an autonomous, field-based sales role focused on prospecting, technical demonstrations, closing and account growth. You need to live within commuting distance of Northwich and be prepared for extensive travel across the UK. The role involves working with contacts ranging from shopfloor operators to board-level stakeholders.
From the employer
Are you a proven business hunter who thrives on winning new accounts and building long-term customer relationships? We're looking for an ambitious Business Development Executive to own the full 360° sales cycle. This is a highly autonomous, field-based role where you'll generate opportunities, run product trials, close profitable business and become a trusted partner to customers across the UK. If you're driven by results, enjoy technical sales and love the challenge of turning prospects into loyal customers, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Win new business across non-FMCG applications and industrial manufacturing sectors.
- Build and manage a healthy sales pipeline through outbound prospecting and inbound enquiries.
- Conduct face-to-face customer meetings across the UK, from shopfloor operators to directors.
- Deliver and support product trials that convert into long-term commercial opportunities.
- Develop existing accounts and identify opportunities for growth and repeat business.
- Maintain accurate CRM records, quotes, forecasts and sales activity.
Requirements
- Proven track record of business development success in a technical B2B sales environment.
- Experience selling into non-FMCG markets such as product assembly, filter manufacturing, bookbinding or paper wrapping.
- Comfortable owning a true 360° sales role, from cold calling through to face-to-face meetings and closing deals.
- Able to communicate confidently with stakeholders at all levels, from shopfloor to boardroom.
- Formal sales training and at least two years of consistent new business success.
- Based within a commutable distance of Northwich and willing to travel extensively across the UK.
Benefits
Package:
Competitive salary (anticipated to be 35k+), uncapped bonus, car allowance, mileage allowance, free parking, company-provided dinners and ongoing training & development.
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