Business Development Executive

Reed have partnered with a long-standing and highly reputable technology distributor to recruit a Business Development Executive as the business continues to grow. You will be office based, located in Avonmouth, Bristol.

Salary: £28,000-£30,000 + Uncapped CommissionHours: Mon-Thurs 8:30-5:00, Fridays usually finish earlyLocation: Avonmouth (due to their office location, living locally or being a driver is recommended)

Why This Role?

• Work alongside a senior leadership team with 10-24 years' tenure
• Join a stable, growing business with a loyal customer base
• Existing CRM database of former, lapsed, quoted and new customers
• First 6 months = no hard sales targets, focus on quality conversations
• Commission becomes 10% of profit once ramped up
• Early finish Fridays!

The Role

This is a consultative outbound sales position where your goal is to build relationships, understand customer needs, and supply them with the right technology solutions.

Day-to-day you will:

• Make a high volume of outbound calls to new and previous customers
• Have fact-finding conversations and take a needs-based sales approach
• Generate new business while re-engaging inactive accounts
• Work closely with experienced BDMs and technical teams for product support
• Build and manage your own portfolio over time
• Use Microsoft Dynamics CRM (experience an advantage)

Your First Year

• First 6 months: no strict targets - focus on quality conversations and re-engaging customers.
• By 12 months: aim for around £10k monthly revenue.
• Once ramped up (typically 6-9 months), earn 10% profit commission.

What We're Looking For

To be successful, you'll need:

• At least 12 months of sales experience
• Confidence making outbound calls
• A consultative, curious, fact-finding approach
• Motivation to work to targets and earn commission
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A driving licence (highly recommended due to location)