VANRATH is delighted to have partnered with a leading manufacturer to recruit a Business Development Executive to join their talented and growing team. Salary/ Benefits £28,000 - £30,000 basic plus bonus (monthly, quarterly and annual bonuses) This position also comes with a range of fantastic benefits, as well as early finish Fridays, free on-site parking, life assurance, attendance awards (£200 vouchers per year), paid medical appointments, healthshield, discount, referral scheme, company performance bonuses. Hours Monday - Thursday 8.30am - 5pm Friday 8.30am - 2pm The Role Reporting to the Sales Manager, the ideal candidate will be responsible for generating leads, contacting potential customers via telephone/teams, and converting leads into sales opportunities, while working to monthly revenue targets. Responsibilities Build and maintain strong relationships with existing customers through regular communication and engagement Achieve call targets by contacting relevant customers to convert on pre-identified product targets Understand customer needs and requirements to effectively promote our products or services and provide tailored solutions Follow company processes to achieve product conversion targets Identify potential leads and opportunities for new business development within existing customer accounts Proactively prospect and reach out to customers to present new products, promotions, or up-selling opportunities Liaise daily with your associated ASM, sharing information on product discussions / pricing for customers within the area Assist with customer head office visits and be flexible to attend occasional field visits with Area Sales Manager, as and when required Maintain accurate records of client interactions, sales activities, and pipeline updates using CRM software Overcome objections and address concerns raised by potential customers to secure sales appointments or close deals Manage and prioritise leads Essential Criteria 2-3+ years in sales CRM experience Resilient Desirable Criteria Sales experience within FMCG or Manufacturing Some feedback from recent VANRATH candidates- ''I was contacted by VANRATH in regards to a job I had applied for. They were extremely helpful and gave me a number of positions to apply for. They had interviews set up in a number of hours and I secured a position within days. They kept we well informed throughout the process and has continued to touch base after I have started my new role. Couldn't recommend enough.'' ''Had a great experience with Vanrath. Being new to Northern Ireland, they made me feel very welcome. The team provided lots of tips and support for job opportunities. Would thoroughly recommend the Vanrath team!'' ''Would highly recommend Vanrath recruitment agency. They have been a massive help to myself within such a short period of time. Always a wide range of opportunities and jobs with this agency. Staff are always friendly and helpful.'' Skills: business development internal sales sales executive BDE BDM leads Benefits: Bonus scheme (monthly quarterly & yearly)