Ref: MS44710

Business Development representative

Sector Sales/Business Development
Type Full-time, Temp/Contract/Project
Location South West England
Salary (Annual) Negotiable / Neg
A Japanese manufacturer specialised in construction machine equipment is currently recruiting a Business Development / Marketing representative to expand and develop their UK market.

This role will entail lots of client visits, and independently directing the sales/marketing activities in the European region under the direction of the Manager. You will also be working closely with other staff in Europe.

The ideal candidate should have high communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, preferably in the manufacturing or leasing sectors, and have the ability to work and communicate remotely with the manager and other team members in Europe.
TYPE: Full-time, freelance (contract details to be discussed)
SALARY: Negotiable, DOE
START: End of January 2023
LOCATION: Wales or South East England or South West England
(Currently, there is no physical office in the UK so the working style will be remote/visiting clients on business trips)

RESPONSIBILITIES:
 Developing clients
 Visiting new and existing clients and maintaining good relationships
 Identifying potential distributors/clients
 Promoting and offering the product and product packages to clients
 Developing marketing strategies
 Communicating with Headquarters in The Netherlands
 Communicating with staff in Europe
 Attending training when required

IDEAL CANDIDATE:
 Hold a UK Driving licence
 Relevant experience would be highly advantageous
 Experience within construction or leasing industry would be highly advantageous
 Business Development, Sales, or Account management experience
 Knowledge and experience of essential UK networks would be advantageous
 Strong ability to present the strengths/capabilities of the business
 Negotiation and influencing skills
 Excellent written and communication skills
 Business level fluency in English is required
 Understanding or interest in Japanese culture would be great


** All applicants must have the right to work in the UK as the Company is not able to offer visa support.
Updated: 102 days ago
Ref: MS44710