Business Development Executive
At a glance
Mid-level Business Development role at Universal Business Team. Worcester · full-time · £35,000–£40,000 base.
Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.
What you'll do
- Find and approach new construction-sector customers across the UK to create fresh sales opportunities
- Call prospects, qualify interest, and book meetings or enquiries for the wider sales team
- Reconnect with inactive customers while researching projects, frameworks, and industry changes
- Coordinate with account managers, field sellers, and coordinators to expand account opportunities
- Record activity, manage the CRM pipeline, and measure progress against agreed KPIs
What you bring
- You have B2B business development, telesales, or lead-generation experience
- You can make outbound calls confidently and connect with directors, buyers, project managers, and procurement teams
- You have used CRM platforms and LinkedIn to research prospects and develop opportunities
- You are self-directed, resilient, target-focused, and comfortable owning your results
Who this fits
This suits a mid-level business developer who enjoys opening conversations, building several relationships inside target accounts, and working toward measurable goals. You’ll work from the Worcester office during weekday hours, with flexibility when needed. The role offers a path toward building and leading a future business development function.
From the employer
Business Development Executive – Construction Supplies
Location: Worcester (Office Based)
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 + KPI Bonus (c£3,000+ OTE)
Hours: 8.30-5pm (Monday to Friday) - Flexibility as needed
Holiday allowance: 24 days + Statutory
Are you a driven business developer who loves opening doors, creating opportunities, and building relationships from scratch? Do you want to join a growing business where your success will directly influence future growth and create genuine career progression opportunities?
If this sounds like you, a leading specialist supplier within the construction sector is looking for a Business Development Executive to join its ambitious sales team.
About the Company
This fast-growing, family-owned business has built an outstanding reputation by delivering exceptional service to customers across the UK construction industry. With revenues approaching £30m and ambitious plans to reach £50m+ through organic growth and acquisitions, this is an exciting time to join a business that values honesty, integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Known for its open and supportive culture, the team is passionate about growth, customer service, and providing a genuine one-stop-shop solution for its client
What’s the role about?
As the Business Development Executive, you'll be responsible for generating a consistent pipeline of new opportunities and helping drive the next phase of business growth.
You will:
- Identify and engage new customers across the UK construction market.
- Generate qualified leads, enquiries, and meetings for the wider sales team.
- Reignite lapsed customer relationships and uncover new opportunities.
- Research projects, frameworks, and industry developments to create sales opportunities.
- Work closely with account managers, field sales representatives, and coordinators to maximise growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Make outbound calls to generate new business opportunities.
- Build relationships with decision-makers including directors, buyers, project managers, and procurement teams.
- Use CRM systems, LinkedIn, industry intelligence, and internal lead sources to identify opportunities.
- Arrange meetings and generate qualified enquiries for the sales team.
- Build multiple contacts within target accounts and strengthen prospect engagement.
- Track activity and performance against agreed KPIs.
- Maintain accurate records and pipeline management through CRM systems
Requirements
About You
We're looking for someone who:
- Has proven B2B business development, telesales, or lead generation experience.
- Is confident making outbound calls and building rapport with senior decision-makers.
- Knows how to research markets, identify opportunities, and create new business conversations.
- Is self-motivated, resilient, and targets driven.
- Has experience using CRM systems and LinkedIn as a business development tool.
- Enjoys working collaboratively while taking ownership of their own results.
- Is hungry to develop their career within a growing organisation.
Benefits
What’s in it for you?
- Career Progression - Be the first dedicated BDE in the business with a clear pathway to build and lead a future business development function.
- Growth Opportunity - Join a company with significant expansion plans and acquisition activity already underway.
- Reward - Competitive salary plus KPI-driven bonus potential of £3,000+ per year.
- Culture - A friendly, supportive environment where people genuinely enjoy working together.
- Benefits - Free daily lunch, drinks and snacks, free onsite parking, pension scheme, and holiday entitlement of 24 days plus bank holidays.
Ready to Make an Impact?
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Business Development Executive who wants more than just another sales role. You'll join a business that is investing in growth and offering genuine progression for the right person.
Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.
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