Sales & Business Development

Sales & Business Development Developing ownership and delivery of agreed sales budgets and forecasts Identify new business opportunities along with the maintenance and development of existing accounts Increase company's sales and profitability Ensure continuous improvement in level of knowledge and expertise in industry developments and convey this to colleagues Demonstrable experience delivering exceptional customer service, sales growth and customer retention. Strong commercial acumen and a consultative and honest approach to securing sales. Ability to sense industry trends and communicate these to colleagues in the business.YOUR PROFILE Degree qualification or equivalent, minimum 5 years' experience Outstanding track record of sales and business development within a technical arena and delivering exceptional customer service, sales growth and customer retention and solid experience of selling technical solutions and services Excellent communication skills both written and verbal, must have the ability to communicate at all levels within an organisation Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc. Background in the Railway business would be advantageous but not essential Full UK driving licenceOUR BENEFITS The position will be primarily office based at our premises in Rainham, Essex but may include some customer visits (UK only) where necessary To provide a good work/life balance the position will be Monday - Friday, broadly 08:15 till 16:00 Competitive salary Company pension scheme The use of a fully expensed pool car when necessary 25 days annual leave plus UK bank holidays (33 days paid leave total)