Business Development Executive

Business Development Executive – Plant Hire
Location: Peterborough / Huntingdon
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 DOE
Hours: Monday – Friday
Are you an experienced Business Development Executive with a background in the Plant Hire, Tool Hire or Powered Access industry?
Our client, a well-established and rapidly growing Plant Hire business, is looking to recruit an ambitious Business Development Executive to help drive growth across the region. This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful company offering long-term career progression while working with a comprehensive range of plant, small tools and powered access equipment.
The Role:
As a Business Development Executive, you will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, developing existing customer relationships, and maximising revenue across your territory. Working closely with depot teams and senior management, you will play a key role in growing market share and delivering exceptional customer service.
Business Development Executive Responsibilities:

• Identify and secure new business opportunities across the region.
• Re-engage with lapsed accounts and maximise sales opportunities within existing customers.
• Build, manage and maintain a structured portfolio of customer accounts.
• Develop strong relationships with new and existing clients to increase revenue.
• Work closely with Depot Managers, providing operational and technical support where required.
• Assist with new account openings, customer queries and depot support when necessary.
• Negotiate pricing and agree special rates in conjunction with the Operations Manager and Directors.
• Identify and resolve customer concerns quickly and professionally.
• Produce regular sales reports, forecasts and pipeline updates for the senior management team.
• Monitor competitor activity and provide valuable market intelligence.
• Develop and implement effective sales strategies to achieve business growth targets.

Business Development Executive Requirements:

• Previous experience in a Business Development, Area Sales or Field Sales role.
• Background within Plant Hire, Tool Hire, Powered Access, Construction Equipment or a related industry is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to generate new business and develop long-term customer relationships.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of £40,000 – £50,000.
• Company vehicle or car allowance.
• Company bonus scheme.
• Pension.
• Ongoing training and career development.
• Opportunity to join a market-leading and expanding business.
• Monday to Friday working hours with no weekend requirement.

To apply for this exciting Business Development Executive opportunity, please reply to this advert with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Jack at Kemp Recruitment on 0330 440 2323 for further information.
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