Business Development Executive (Cookstown) (28-30k)(35k OTE)

Job Description

VANRATH have partnered with an ambitious Jewellery company that is rapidly expanding their international roots. The organisation is recruiting for a Business Development Executive position.

This is a fantastic opportunity for any BD/account management experienced candidate join a longstanding company that offers many routes for progression.

We now require a Business Developer to look after accounts across all three company sectors; high street, international travel retail and online.

This is a vitally important role within our ambitious team at a time when we are experiencing sustained growth. The role will provide an opportunity to learn and grow within a dynamic team.

There will be some travel with this role, with some trade events across Ireland (usually twice per year)

Hours

Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm (Office-based)


Salary


£28,000 - £30,000 (depending on experience) + bonus (£35,000 OTE) plus a fantastic benefits package.


Responsibilities:

  • Build strong relationships with our existing customers and external sales agents to promote retention and growth
  • Identify and develop new opportunities for our business through new customer development
  • Using our business intelligence software identify declining customer sales and work to eliminate customer churn.
  • Identify trends among successful customers and look to implement these with other customers
  • Be the first port of call for our customers, and be available to answer any queries they may have
  • Complete weekly reports as required
  • Aid with the development and improvement of our products by gathering feedback to identify recurring issues and addressing these with management

The Ideal Candidate:

  • 2-4 years sales experience, experience managing accounts.
  • New business generation ideal but not essential.
  • the ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment and to quickly identify problems and recommend solutions;
  • strong data analysis skills to spot trends and opportunities for growth
  • sound decision-making skills and the ability to plan and prioritise;
  • excellent communication skills;
  • Self starter, as the role will give a high level autonomy.

Benefits:

  • Learning & career development opportunities
  • Pension
  • Opportunity to travel
  • Jewellery allowance
  • Life insurance * 4 times annual salary
  • Critical life cover
  • Access to health app which gives 24/7/365 access to GP appointments