Details:
- Salary: £37,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Craigavon Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon
- Date: 17 hours ago
Description:
Job Title: Local Business Development Executive
Location: Based out of Craigavon Dealership but covering Craigavon, Lisburn, Newry, Armagh and Mid Ulster
Salary: £37,000 + bonus / commission – OTE £60,000 + Company Car and fuel card
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and driven Local Business Development Executive to join our team in a dealership and field-based sales role.
This position is ideal for an experienced sales professional who enjoys building relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and delivering outstanding customer service. You will be responsible for growing and developing a local business and fleet customer database while promoting a range of automotive products and services, including:
* New and Used Passenger Vehicle Sales
* Commercial Vehicle Sales
* Aftersales Services
* Parts and Accessories
Working independently and as part of a wider team, you will focus on developing new business opportunities across the local region while managing and nurturing existing customer relationships.
Key Responsibilities
* Research and identify local businesses with fleet requirements of up to 100 vehicles.
* Develop new business opportunities across passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, aftersales, and fleet services.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with both new and existing customers.
* Contact prospective customers and arrange appointments at customer premises or dealership locations.
* Conduct professional sales presentations tailored to customer needs.
* Work closely with sales, service, parts, and operational teams to maximise business opportunities and deliver excellent customer experiences.
* Attend networking events, Chamber of Commerce meetings, and local business functions to generate leads and build brand awareness.
* Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, appointments, and sales activity.
* Ensure all customer information is recorded and managed in line with GDPR requirements.
* Achieve and exceed agreed sales and business development targets.
About You
The successful candidate will have:
* A minimum of 2 years' experience in a sales or business development role.
* Experience working within a B2B and/or B2C sales environment.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Strong customer service skills with a customer-first approach.
* The ability to build rapport quickly and develop long-term business relationships.
* Excellent organisational and research skills.
* A proactive, self-motivated approach with the ability to work independently.
* Strong negotiation and closing skills.
* A results-driven mindset with a track record of achieving targets.
* A full UK driving licence.
What We're Looking For
* A confident and professional individual who thrives in a field sales environment.
* Someone who can manage existing opportunities while continually seeking new business.
* A motivated self-starter who enjoys networking and building relationships.
* A high achiever capable of succeeding in a fast-paced and competitive sales environment.
* A team player committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences.
Benefits
Competitive salary with uncapped earning potential.
Company car and fuel card
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Pension scheme and Life Assurance
Discounts on cars, servicing and parts
Opportunity to develop a successful career within a growing business.
If you have a passion for sales, enjoy building strong business relationships, and are looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to join our clients team as a Local Business Development Executive