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

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