Job Description:

Business Development Executive
Location: Birmingham
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 + Performance Bonus + Company Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
 
Drive Growth. Build Relationships. Make an Impact.
 
My Key Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with an established international manufacturer and supplier of electrical power solutions, industrial cables and cable management products.
 
With a strong reputation for quality, innovation and customer service, our client supports businesses across the construction, infrastructure, manufacturing, energy, utilities and industrial sectors, providing reliable products that power projects across the UK and internationally.
 
Due to continued growth and investment in the UK market, they are looking to appoint an ambitious Business Development Executive to play a key role in expanding their customer base and strengthening relationships with existing clients.
 
If you're a driven sales professional who enjoys opening doors, building long-term partnerships and delivering commercial success, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
 
The Role
 
As a Business Development Executive, you'll be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, developing strategic customer relationships and increasing market share across the UK.
You'll work closely with both new and existing customers, understanding their requirements and providing tailored solutions from a high-quality product portfolio.
 
This is a consultative sales role where your ability to build trust, develop relationships and identify opportunities will be key to your success.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities across the UK.
• Build strong relationships with customers across multiple industries.
• Manage and grow existing customer accounts.
• Develop and implement regional business development strategies.
• Generate and qualify new sales opportunities.
• Prepare and deliver professional sales presentations and commercial proposals.
• Negotiate commercial agreements and close new business opportunities.
• Work closely with internal and international teams to ensure competitive pricing, product specifications and delivery expectations are met.
• Attend customer meetings, networking events, exhibitions and industry trade shows.
• Monitor competitor activity, market trends and emerging business opportunities.
• Maintain an accurate sales pipeline using CRM systems.
• Deliver exceptional customer service throughout the sales process.

About You
 
We're looking for someone who enjoys winning new business and building genuine long-term customer relationships.
 
You'll ideally have:

• Previous experience within Business Development, Field Sales or Account Management.
• A proven track record of generating new business and achieving sales targets.
• Strong relationship-building and networking skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills.
• A proactive, self-motivated and results-driven approach.
• Strong commercial awareness.
• The ability to manage your own diary and prioritise workload effectively.
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Experience selling into sectors such as:

• Construction
• Engineering
• Electrical Wholesale
• Manufacturing
• Infrastructure
• Utilities
• Industrial Products
• Energy
• Technical Products

would be highly advantageous, although candidates with a successful business development background from other sectors are encouraged to apply.
 
What's on Offer?

• Competitive basic salary.
• Performance-related bonus.
• Career progression within a growing international business.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to work with an established and respected product portfolio.
• Autonomy to build and develop your own customer base.

Why Apply?
 
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with ambitious growth plans and become part of a company where your contribution will directly influence future success.
 
If you're passionate about business development, enjoy building relationships and want to represent a respected range of technical products across the UK, we'd love to hear from you.
 
Apply Today
 
If you're ready for your next challenge and want to join a growing business where your efforts will be recognised and rewarded, apply today by sending your most recent CV to (url removed)