Business Development Manager

Recruiter
People First Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Location
Leicester
Salary
28000.00 GBP Annual + + Excellent Benefits
Posted
24 Feb 2017
Closes
28 Feb 2017
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Business Development Manager
Conference & Events/ Hospitality Industry
Initially a 12 month FTC (with view to extension/permanent contract)
North Leicestershire
to GBP28,000 + Excellent Benefits Package

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone from the hospitality industry who wants to join an award winning conference and events company based in Leicestershire.

Working within a highly successful business development team, as a Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for bringing on board new corporate business as well as developing existing accounts.

The Role -
3 days in the office; 2 days out
UK wide travel
Face to face prospect B2B visits as well as account management appointments
Attending networking events, exhibitions, mini trade shows and joint supplier visits
Updating CRM system
Working with internal marketing team to develop campaigns and promotions
Making appointments, forward planning

What we are looking for -
Industry experience - hotels, hospitality, conference, events
Sales driven - preferably experience of outbound, proactive sales
Relationship builder & developer
Passion! Enthusiasm, drive, self motivation
Proactive nature - making things happen
Flexibility - the role will involve overnight stays, early starts, late finishes
Must be able to drive - pool cars for business use

This is a great opportunity for someone who is experienced in the industry and fantastic at building and developing relationships, wanting to get into sales, OR, for someone who is currently working in sales maybe in an internal capacity within the industry but is looking for their next step and become client facing.

The role would suit a Business Development Manager, a BDM, a Hotel Sales Manager, a Conference & Events Sales Manager, a Client Relationship Manager, a Client Services Manager, a Meetings & Events Manager.

Great company - genuine opportunities for further career advancement.

To apply:
Please forward your CV and covering letter highlighting why you feel you are suitable for the role.
Note, if you have not had a response to your application within 5 working days, unfortunately you have not been successful on this occasion.

We look forward to hearing from you!