BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - EXHIBITION
WEST MIDLANDS
£EXCELLENT

MBP17327

This is your opportunity to support the growth and development of a exciting exhibition design & build agency!

THE COMPANY

A family owned and run business, this organisation offer events and exhibition services to an array of clients. Providing end to end solutions they manage all elements of exhibition design and build from standard shell schemes to bespoke, creative and interactive exhibition stands and feature areas. With experienced in house creative and build teams this agency always offers a custom service for the complex projects that they deliver!

The company work at Exhibition Centres across the whole of Europe and are now looking to recruit a Business Development Manager; this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a developing business based in the West Midlands.

THE ROLE

Our client is now looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to be based at their workshop premises in the West Midlands. This role is an integral part of the team with the successful candidate being responsible for driving the corporate sales activity. The role would suit somebody who likes to work within a small team with a smaller business, however has big ideas and a lot of ambition.

Responsibilities;

Proactively unearthing new business opportunities (cold calling, networking, client meetings, show walking etc.)
Working strategically to develop the pipeline of newly confirmed business
Developing and nurturing client relationships
Preparing client facing proposals and pitching
Providing accurate reporting of data
Working closely with the Director to ensure consistency in operations and service
Liaising very closely with the Designer to ensure client briefs are met
Keeping up to date with industry trends, the market and competitors

REQUIREMENTS

At least 3 years' experience of sales and business development in the exhibitions industry
A proven track record of sales achievements that can be discussed in depth during an interview process
Must be interested to work within a small and close knit team and be genuinely enthusiastic about growing with a business
Ambition is key and you must be keen to manage your own success to an extent, commission will be uncapped.
Must be friendly, enthusiastic and hardworking; personality will be vital within this position given the structure and nature of the business.

BENEFITS
Flexible working hours
Potential to gain company shares after some time within the business