Are you a driven sales professional with a passion for building relationships?
This is an exciting opportunity for a Business Development Manager to join a leading company in the Factory Automation industry! In this results-oriented role, you'll be responsible for generating significant sales growth within a designated territory encompassing the M62 corridor and above, including Scotland.
Responsibilities:
- Drive Sales Growth: Develop and execute strategies to achieve ambitious sales targets for the company's Factory Automation product portfolio.
- Build a Sustainable Business: Cultivate strong relationships with key customers and prospects across various target markets, including Packaging Machine OEMs, Special Purpose Machine Builders, Food & Beverage, and Assembly/Handling sectors.
- Lead Generation & Account Management: Proactively generate qualified leads through various channels, manage the sales pipeline effectively, and foster long-term relationships with existing accounts.
- Expert Presentations & Engagement: Deliver compelling sales presentations, demonstrations, and proposals to capture customer interest and secure deals.
- Collaboration & Teamwork: Work closely with internal teams (engineering, marketing) and external partners (distributors) to ensure successful project execution.
- CRM Mastery: Utilize the company's CRM system effectively to manage customer data, track opportunities, and generate insightful reports.
You'll be a great fit if you have:
- 3-5 years of experience in B2B sales, preferably within Factory Automation or a related industry.
- A strong understanding of sales methodologies and a proven track record of exceeding sales targets.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage customers at all levels.
- A collaborative mindset and the ability to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Proficiency in CRM systems and a knack for organization and data management.
- A passion for learning new technologies and a commitment to continuous professional development.
This role offers:
- The opportunity to play a key role in driving the company's growth within a dynamic industry.
- A competitive salary and benefits package.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- The chance to develop your sales expertise and build a rewarding career.
Hit apply if you think you match the brief or drop me a call/email (google me Mark Hopkins at Thomas Lee recruitment all comms lead to me).
ALL applications are responded to.
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