Business Development Executive

Business Development Executive

Location: Bradshaw Trading Estate, Manchester (M24) , M24 View map Salary: From 24,000 to 30,000 per annum Basic DOE plus OTE + Bonus & Healthc Date posted: 03/05/2012 21:00 Job type:Permanent Company: United Aluminium Contact: Joanne Grace Ref: Totaljobs/BDE0512 Job ID: 53523005

How do you fancy being part of a dynamic and successful sales environment?

Expanding Manufacturing company, Unibox, based in Middleton, Manchester, are looking for an internal sales executive. Basic plus OTE + Bonus & Healthcare Scheme.

Established in 1990 Unibox is primarily a display business specialising in the design and production of display furniture and modular systems for the retail, exhibition, event and commercial interiors sectors. For many years Unibox has been one of the UKs leading manufacturers of retail and exhibition display systems.

Working within an already successful established team this will be a challenging and varied role.The ideal candidate will be accustomed to opening up and acquiring new clients, building effective relationships and have a driven, positive approach to sales. It is essential that the successful applicant displays originality, organisational ability and the capability to research potential clients and plan a targeted approach, have the confidence to take ownership and responsibility for new clients and work to exact deadlines.You have the ability to understand your clients brief and clearly communicate this information on to the design and production teams.

Previous sales experience and a high standard of communication skills are extremely important.An appreciation of design or a technical background would be an advantage.

Skills and attributes required:

Proactive and ambitiousAn un-blinkered approach Integrity and honesty Appreciation of design or a technical backgroundExperience in sales A pride in achievements Accuracy Proficient in all Microsoft products and have experience of CRM systemsWorking unsupervisedDemonstrate high motivation and determinationManaging stressful situationsAttention to detailDiligent reporting and communicationStrong team player with professional imageHighly organisedClear, articulate delivery of instructions and information to teamsFull driving licence required

Typical work activities:

Proactively research and contact prospects in retail display, shopfitting exhibition, event and design agency sectors.Driving to and visiting clients.Ensure that activity targets set for proactive sales are achieved.Prepare concise quality quotations.Maintain database information.Ensure customers are contacted regularly building and maintaining company profile.Follow up enquiries in a timely manner.Produce reports as directed/requested.Provide excellent ongoing customer care.Effectively liaise with design and production departments on projects

At least two years in a similar position required, training in our products will be provided.Broad shoulders, a sense of humour, juggling and plate spinning skills will be a distinct advantage.

This is a challenging roll, offering fantastic opportunities and job satisfaction

To apply :- please visit our website and download the sales application form http://www.unibox.co.uk/careers/Business-Development-Executive complete and return with your CV and a covering letter. Please also let us know when you would be available for a 15 minute informal meeting.

Strictly no agencies, prima donnas or pretentious types need apply.