Business Development Manager 6115

Business Development Manager

Location: Remote (with occasional visits to Gloucester office)
Hours: Full-time
Salary: £50,000+ per annum (depending on experience) + commission + benefits

Key Responsibilities of a Business Development Manager

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, markets, clients, partnerships, products, and services while maintaining existing relationships.
• Develop and build customer relationships and manage expectations.
• Identify and quantify network operator projects and secure sales orders from telecom network operators.
• Present telecommunications solutions to potential users, proactively showcasing the value proposition.
• Attend industry events and conferences to network and promote products and services.
• Build relationships and stay up-to-date with industry trends, new products, and technologies.
• Create sales forecasts, work towards achieving them, and present updates to the senior management team.
• Actively participate in completing tender applications.
• Deliver sales presentations, both online and in person, to prospective and existing customers.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to find solutions for customer needs.

Key Skills of a Business Development Manager

• Proven track record in business development and sales, ideally within the telecoms sector.
• Strong understanding of the company’s products and industry competition.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to execute initiatives.
• Solid IT skills, including proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and statistical analysis tools.
• Ability to multitask, manage time effectively, and motivate oneself.
• Technical aptitude to propose solutions tailored to client requirements.
• Research skills to stay updated with telecom industry standards, trends, and insights.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

• Management experience or a relevant degree (e.g., Marketing, Business Administration).
• Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Business: Sales & Marketing or Level 3 Award in Sales Management.
• 5+ years of experience in the telecoms sector.

Compensation and Benefits

• Basic salary starting at £50,000 per annum (depending on experience).
• Commission package.
• Car allowance.
• Laptop and mobile phone provided.
• 20 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + 1 day birthday leave.
• Pension scheme enrollment after 3 months.
• 6-month probation period.

To be considered for this role, please email your CV to zee.powell@first-base.co.uk or call Zee Powell on 01453 755330.

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