Business Development Manager (BDM)

Job Summary

Do you have a knack for building relationships and driving sales? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Business Development Manager.

Navson, a progressive, energised and successful FMCG organisation, are looking for a Business Development Manager to identify new business opportunities and in the longer term manage existing accounts. This is a fast-paced role working with multiple brands.

The Role:

Generate New Business.

Manage won accounts ongoing.

Working closely with the Sales Controller to deliver a key part of the sales strategy.

Implementing – where relevant - national business plans.

Be the first line of commercial contact for new business.

Liaising with other departments to resolve issues and maximise opportunities

Negotiation: Skilfully negotiate pricing, promotions, and terms to achieve mutually beneficial agreements with customers.

Performance Measurements:

Achieve monthly sales targets and KPI's including outbound activity.

Deliver against distribution, volume, and other commercial metrics.

Deliver product distribution growth.

Implementation & execution of National Promotional Activity.

Ensuring an effective journey call plan is developed to meet business and customer needs.

The candidate:

A sales professional with a business development mindset.

FMCG experience a pre-requisite.

Experience with dealing with Unitas and Confex advantageous.

Highly numerate with good client relationship building skills.

Business development or sales experience advantageous.

Ability to work under pressure and self-motivated.

Target driven with good negotiation and presentation skills.

Show strong organisational and time management skills.

Establish rapport and build relations across all levels.

Remuneration:

Salary Up to £45,000 dependent on experience

Car Allowance

Laptop and phone.

Contributory pension scheme.

A positive and professional culture.

Pay: £35,000.00-£44,500.00 per year

Application question(s):

Do you have a valid UK driving license?

Do you have FMCG sales experience?

Please confirm that you based in the wider Midlands area with the ability to travel?

Work Location: On the road