Business Development Executive

Job Title: Business Development Executive
Location: Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time
About the Company
Our client is a thriving and well-established manufacturer based in Gateshead, experiencing sustained growth due to continued success. With a strong reputation for quality and innovation, the company is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees are empowered to grow and succeed. They are currently looking for a Business Development Executive to join them on a permanent basis.
Their culture values collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional development.
Why Join?

• Life Assurance
  
• Healthcare Scheme
  
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
  
• Staff discounts with major retailers
  The Role of the Business Development Executive
  We’re looking for a proactive and commercially minded Business Development Executive to help drive new business across the UK. You’ll play a key role in generating leads, supporting sales activity, and maintaining strong client relationships.
  Key responsibilities include:
  
• Generate and convert leads into sales opportunities
  
• Arrange and attend meetings with prospects
  
• Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline
  
• Follow up on enquiries and cross-sell to existing and past clients.
  
• Identify new business opportunities and monitor market trends.
  About You – Business Development Executive
  The Business Development Executive will be persuasive, and target driven. You’ll have strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and be calm under pressure.
  You will ideally have:
  
• Experience in the signage industry or familiarity with working with retail and hospitality clients.
  
• Proven experience in generating new business sales as a Sales Executive or Lead Generator.
  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
  
• A proactive approach to identifying and pursuing new business opportunities