Business Development Sales Executive – Construction

Business Development Executive – Construction
£30,000 – £35,000 + Commission + Car/Car Allowance

An established business supplying products and services into the construction and commercial sectors is looking for a driven Business Development Executive to develop new business and build long-term client relationships.

This is a field-based position covering London, the M25 and Home Counties, combining new business development with developing existing customer relationships.

You will be responsible for identifying opportunities, making initial contact with prospective clients and developing those opportunities into profitable business.

The role

Identifying and developing new business opportunities
Proactively targeting prospective customers
Cold calling and generating new leads
Attending client meetings
Visiting existing and prospective customers
Developing relationships with contractors and other commercial clients
Identifying upcoming projects and sales opportunities
Qualifying enquiries and opportunities
Working closely with the internal team to produce quotations and proposals
Following up quotations and progressing opportunities
Negotiating with customers and closing business
Developing existing accounts and identifying further opportunities
Maintaining an accurate sales pipeline and customer records
Working towards agreed sales targets and KPIs
Managing your diary effectively to maximise customer contact
The person
Previous sales experience within construction or a closely related industry is essential.
You should have:

A minimum of two years' B2B sales experience
Experience selling into the construction sector
A proven track record of developing new business
Strong prospecting and lead-generation skills
Confidence dealing with customers face-to-face and over the telephone
Good commercial and negotiation skills
The ability to build long-term client relationships
A self-motivated and proactive approach
Good IT and CRM skills
A full UK driving licence
Experience selling construction products, building products, fit-out, facilities, specialist contracting or associated services would be particularly relevant.
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 + commission
Benefits: Company car/car allowance, laptop, mobile phone and expenses
Location: Field based – London, M25 & Home Counties

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