Totaco Ltd

Business Development Manager

Location: London

Type: Permanent

Salary: £50,000 to 75,000 Per Year

Posted on: 02/10/2024

About the Client 

Our client is driven by a passion for the sun’s renewable energy and is constantly seeking new and exciting ways to extend the usage of ‘off-grid’ solar solutions to power everyday lives. 

About the Role: 

  • Conduct research to uncover new business opportunities across various markets, trends, and customer segments. 

  • Create detailed sales plans aimed at exceeding targets and entering new markets. 

  • Design and implement strategic sales campaigns to maintain a healthy pipeline of prospects. 

  • Negotiate and finalize contracts with clients to secure new business deals. 

  • Perform sales forecasts and analyses, presenting insights and findings to senior management. 

  • Generate leads through cold calling and establish meaningful connections within organizations. 

  • Build and nurture client relationships by understanding their needs and offering effective solutions. 

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Operations and Marketing, to achieve business objectives. 

  • Represent the company at industry events, exhibitions, and networking functions. 

  • Keep detailed records of activities and provide regular reports on performance metrics. 

About the Candidate: 

  • Proven experience in consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets. 

  • Self-motivated and proactive in developing new business opportunities from the ground up. 

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective interactions with internal and external stakeholders. 

  • Ability to understand and clearly convey technical product information. 

  • Proficient in IT tools, particularly spreadsheets, for data analysis and reporting. 

  • Exceptional interpersonal skills for building relationships and managing client accounts. 

  • Strong strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities. 

  • Capable of project management and highly organized with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. 

  • Strong negotiation skills with a demonstrated ability to close deals successfully. 

Points of Appeal: 

  • Competitive salary with performance-based incentives. 

  • Benefit from 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays. 

  • Receive a company car as part of your compensation package. 

  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth.