Business Development Executive

Business Development Executive

Full time, permanent

Worcester

Office based

£30,000 + commission

Job Purpose

GMP Recruitment are proud to be partnering with a well-established and growing organisation who is seeking an experienced Business Development Executive.

The Business Development Executive is responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building and maintaining strong client relationships, and supporting the achievement of sales and revenue targets. The role involves proactive lead generation, market research, proposal preparation, and collaboration with internal teams to drive sustainable business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities through networking, market research, referrals, and outbound prospecting.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing clients.
• Generate and qualify leads to create a robust sales pipeline.
• Prepare and deliver proposals, presentations, and quotations to prospective customers.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure a smooth transition from sales to service delivery.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments to identify growth opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions, opportunities, and sales activity using CRM systems.
• Achieve individual sales targets and contribute to overall business growth objectives.
• Represent the organisation at industry events, exhibitions, and networking opportunities as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Experience in a mechanical or electrical role advantageous!
• Previous experience in a business development, sales, account management, or customer-facing role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong negotiation and influencing abilities.
• Ability to build rapport and maintain professional relationships at all levels.
• Self-motivated with a proactive and results-driven approach

GMP Recruitment Agency Ltd are recruiting for this role on behalf of their client and are acting as an employment agency.