Develop and execute sales strategies to drive growth and profitability across trade counter branches in the South of England. Manage customer relationships, identify new business opportunities, and collaborate with branch managers to achieve sales targets.
Stevenswood is a dedicated supplier of PVCu and aluminium windows, doors, glass, conservatories and accessories, catering to both trade professionals and homeowners. With trade counters throughout the UK, we offer a wide range of trusted products to retail, trade and distribution clients, whilst providing exceptional service, and competitive pricing to help you win more business, streamline installations, and maximise your profits.
We are now expanding our Sales division here at Stevenswood and we are really excited to announce we are looking for a Business Development Manager to cover our South of England region (Bristol, Swindon & Cheltenham). The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of windows and doors, along with a proven track record of delivering sales expertise and field-based support that drives profitable growth across our trade counter branches
Key responsibilities include;
To develop a sales strategy to support and sales via the branches that ensures the attainment of Company sales goals and profitability in accordance with the Company’s objectives.
Working with the Branch Managers, Area Managers & Sales Director to action and deliver the sales growth plan to grow top line sales, whilst trading at targeted margin levels and working within authorisation levels.
To prepare & undertake action plans for the effective search of sales leads and prospects
To initiate and co-ordinate action plans to effectively drive and engage with prospects and sales leads.
To initiate and coordinate action plans to maintain & develop existing business and obtain new business from both prospects and existing customers.
To assist in the development and undertaking of sales & marketing initiatives as required
To maintain & grow the customer database and ensure that information is kept up-to-date and accurate
To maintain accurate records of all pricings, sales and activity reports to be submitted to the Sales Director
To arrange & manage appointments providing maximum time efficiency
To maximise profit and minimise expense in line with individual branches P&L’s
To minimise risk by ensuring credit facilities offered are in line with authorisation levels and that debt is proactively managed
To partner with operational and support function colleagues to develop branch specific plans
To work closely with Branch Managers in the area developing an understanding of competitors and pursue potential sales opportunities
Skills & Experience:
Strong product knowledge of uPVC Windows and doors and a demonstrable track record of field based sales development success is essential
Commerciality, drive and passion to achieve, and a genuine customer focus
First class communication and people skills – you will be able to easily connect with and engage customers using your approachable and consultative approach
To live within the territory and be comfortable with travel across a large geographical area
You may have experience of the following: BDM, Regional Sales Manager, Branch Sales Manager, Area Sales Representative, Area Manager etc
The Rewards:
A highly competitive salary with a fantastic commission structure along with Car Allowance
Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
Healthcare
5 weeks holiday a year plus bank holidays, plus the flexibility to buy or sell 2 days
39 hour contract Mon-Fri (no Saturday working, enjoy your weekends!)
Retail Discount Scheme
Life Assurance
Friends and Family Cashback on the products we manufacture
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