Business Development Associate

Job Title: Business Development Associate

Department: Sales

Reports To: Group Sales Manager

Location: Aghalee, Co. Armagh

Salary: £24,000

Our Ideal Person

HANNON are on the lookout for a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Associate to be a key part of our sales team. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a passion for building relationships, driving new business opportunities, and helping to grow our company.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assisting the Business Development Managers with administrative tasks such as preparing sales quotes, reports, maintaining customer databases, and managing sales documentation e.g. tenders etc
• Handling customer inquiries and providing prompt and accurate responses to their queries.
• Conducting telesales activities, including making outbound calls to potential customers, introducing our services, and generating leads.
• Collaborating with the sales team to develop and implement sales strategies and achieve sales targets.
• Coordinating with other departments, such as marketing and/or logistics, to ensure timely delivery of our services to customers.
• Providing our service offering knowledge and information to customers, addressing their concerns, and offering appropriate solutions.
• Maintaining a strong understanding of the company's services, as well as industry trends and competitors.
• Assisting in the preparation of sales presentations, proposals, and contracts.
• Managing and updating the CRM system - Hubspot to track customer interactions, sales activities, and opportunities.
• Supporting the sales team in organising and participating in sales events, trade shows, or conferences.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience required

To excel in this role, strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Business Development Associates should be detail-oriented, organised, and able to multitask effectively. Additionally, a proactive and customer-focused approach is crucial to ensure customer satisfaction and contribute to the overall success of the sales team.

Note: This description is intended to be a guide of what duties are most likely to be but should not be taken as a definitive list. Hannon reserves the right to vary duties and add duties as they deem necessary.