Business Development Executive

GBR Technology are a supplier of specialist high-end lubricants into a wide range of sectors within UK manufacturing. We have been trading for 33 years and are enjoying a period of growth. As a Company we distribute for some large multi-nationals but also have a range of own brand products.

To support our existing business and to grow our business further we are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our sales team and further develop their skills and career in a business to business sales setting. You will have a strong interest in a career in industrial sales and business development and be able to pick up the technical aspects of the products being sold and the markets they are going into.

You will be confident, organised and trustworthy and you will possess the drive to overcome obstacles and generate business success. You will enjoy meeting and interacting with people and be confident on the phone, able to generate leads (often by telephone canvassing) and follow through to meeting and establishing on-going business.

You will be able to negotiate contracts and close deals, be able to present convincing and professional proposals and to come up with good sales strategies based on researching markets and liaising with others in the Company.

You will be able to work within cross functional teams within the organisation to help develop the strategy and refine materials for success in the markets you are developing (markets including food manufacturing as well as other manufacturing sectors).

The role would suit somebody with a minimum of 3 years of business development experience, ideally in a B to B setting. The most relevant experience would be sales of consumables into industry e.g. lubricants, adhesives, sealants or other chemicals or parts into manufacturing industries. There will be on the job training. You will join a supportive team of 7 other sales staff and further support staff and will have your own unique position within the team.

You will be based within commuting distance of our office (located mid-way between Reading, Newbury and Basingstoke). After an induction period, you would spend around 50% to 60% of your time visiting customers in person (and some use of video-conferencing) around the UK. There will be some nights spent away during customer visit schedules, exhibitions and sales meetings.

The job comes with a good salary (matched to qualifications and experience) that will develop further over time, and there will be additional bonus elements within the package. A company car will also be provided.

The successful candidate will join a friendly, motivated and ethical team and will have a significant impact on the fortunes our our growing Company.

Candidates should ideally submit a message with their CV on application.

If you are an energetic and dynamic individual who thrives in a business-focussed environment and enjoy building relationships with clients, we would love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £34,000.00-£50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company car
• Company pension
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Are you located within commuting distance of RG7 2PQ?
• Do you have a full driving license with no more than 6 penalty points?
• Do you have at least 3 years of business/sales development experience?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Silchester RG7