Business Development Executive

We’re hiring for a Business Development Executive to join a forward-thinking, sustainable distribution company based in Altrincham, Greater Manchester. This is a newly created role focused on proactively building brand awareness, driving product sales, and developing long-term customer relationships.

What do you need?

• £28,000 – £33,000 per annum
• Flexible working across 4 days a week
• Hybrid working (2 days in office per week)
• 28 days holiday

What will you be doing as a Business Development Executive?

• Increase sales opportunities across the product range through the acquisition of new accounts and increasing sales opportunities amongst existing customers
• Prepare sales and marketing campaigns that prioritise target audiences focusing on both individual product lines and customer target segments
• Formulate a process and subsequently take responsibility for the follow up and conversion from contact enquires / sample requests to active customers
• Generate marketing content using traditional marketing activities such as direct mail to support the generation of leads, as well as keeping social media channels updated
• Create and implement promotional campaigns to maximise sales to both prospective, existing, and lapsed customers

What do you need?

• At least 3 years of B2B sales experience, ideally in a product-focused or distribution environment
• Proven track record in business development – from lead generation through to close
• Confident using social media to engage, promote, and convert leads
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience creating marketing campaigns (email, direct mail, promotions, etc.)
• Competent using CRM systems and analysing basic sales/marketing performance data

This is a fantastic opportunity to shape a new role within a growing, purpose-led business. If you’re a commercially minded, proactive individual who enjoys both sales and marketing, we’d love to hear from you. If you have any questions speak with Katie on 0161 249 8120 between 9am – 5pm Monday – Friday.