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Field Sales Business Development Executive

Manchester
8 months ago
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Gillespie Recruitment is thrilled to partner with a leading Northeast energy consultancy, offering innovative, data-driven solutions. Since launching in 2017, this growing company has simplified energy management and built lasting partnerships based on Innovation, Expertise, and Reliability.

As part of their expansion, they're seeking Field Sales Business Development Executive, to join their dynamic team based in Manchester!

The Role: Field Sales Business Development Executive

Are you a go-getter who excels at building relationships? Do you have the drive to turn potential into profit? You'll work face-to-face with clients, driving growth, and shaping the future of energy solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • In-the-Field Client Engagement: Meet UK business clients directly and offer tailored solutions for Gas, Electric and Water that meet their specific needs.

  • Strategic Planning: Manage your schedule and plan days, weeks and months to maximize your field time and impact.

  • Consultative Sales: Become a trusted advisor in the energy sector, providing expert guidance and customized solutions that set you apart from the competition.

  • Persuasive Negotiation: Use your negotiation skills to close deals and drive business success.

  • Target Achievement: Exceed monthly revenue and KPI targets consistently.

    Key Criteria:

  • Proven success in field sales or business development, ideally within the energy sector.

  • Excellent communication skills, for client engagement and persuasion.

  • A results-driven mindset, focused on surpassing revenue targets,

  • Strong ability to manage a sales pipeline effectively, ensuring no opportunity is missed.

  • Self-motivation and able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.

    If you’re eager to join a dynamic team in a growth-focused environment, we want to hear from you!

    Apply Now

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