Internal Business Development Executive

About Strongdor

Strongdor are a rapidly expanding, leading manufacturing company that prides itself on delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service. We have established ourselves as a trusted name in the market, known for our innovation, reliability and commitment to excellence.

Our continued growth is driven by ambitious people, strong values and a focus on long-term partnerships. We are now seeking a motivated individual to join our Business Development Team and play a key role in shaping out future.

Job Description

As Regional Sales Manager for the North, you’ll be the face of Strongdor across your territory. You’ll manage and grow relationships with existing customers, develop new business opportunities, and promote Strongdor’s values, products, and vision at every opportunity.

This role is pivotal in driving sales performance, strengthening partnerships, and ensuring customers receive expert guidance and innovative solutions. You’ll work closely with both customers and internal teams to deliver sustainable growth across the region.

Salary

£33,000 per annum + discretionary bonus scheme and other great benefits

What is an Internal Business Development Executive?

The Business Development Executive, or BDE, informs others about company products and services and acts as the point of contact for both new and existing clients for their territory. Building a meaningful relationship with clients promoting the Strongdor values and vision.

Role and Responsibilities

• Contacting potential clients to establish rapport and arrange meetings.
• Organise, plan and arrange customer meetings for RSM’s.
• Organise and conduct factory tours and office visits.
• Planning and assisting new marketing initiatives.
• Researching organisations and individuals to find new opportunities.
• Increasing the value of current customers while attracting new ones.
• Finding and developing new markets and improving sales.
• Meet and exceed sales targets, whilst developing strong and long-lasting client relationships with both existing and new retail partners.
• Identify key B2B as well as B2C sales opportunities and convert successfully.
• Collate and share action items from Business Development meetings to relevant departments.
• Arrange follow-up meetings with customers where required.
• Working closely with Sales Manager, and Sales Director to ensure that annual account plans are on target.
• Any other responsibilities or tasks as required to meet the needs of the business.

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Required Skills and Experience

• Experience in sales, remote sales, travelling sales or related field.
• Experience in the manufacturing, installation or repair and maintenance of steel doors (desirable).
• Strong communication skills and IT fluency.
• Ability to manage complex projects and multi-task.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Location

Strongdor Head Office, Morecambe

Hours of work:

Permanent | Full Time | Mon to Fri

Benefits

• Discretionary bonus scheme paid quarterly
• Health Care Cash Plan
• Annual leave purchase scheme
• Increased holiday days with length of service
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay with length of service
• A birthday ‘spin the wheel’ with gifts up to £100 in value
• Opportunity for career development
• On site NHS health checks
• Cycle to work scheme
• Auto enrolment pension scheme (potential for Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC) via salary sacrifice)
• Access to a company funded Employee Assistance Programme
• Real Living Wage Accredited
• Great team culture with frequent staff events and company lunches
• Secure on-site parking
• Candidate referral scheme
• Branded workwear allocation each year