Business Developer

Holland & Barrett; Croydon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health and wellness retailer in Croydon is seeking a Business Developer to enhance customer relationships. You will be responsible for engaging trade customers through calls and emails, identifying upselling opportunities, and providing administrative support to the depot. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential to thrive in this dynamic role. The position offers the chance to contribute to team targets in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills to engage with trade customers.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent communication skills and sales focus.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with trade customers.
• Contact customers via telephone and email.
• Identify upselling opportunities.
• Provide administrative support to the depot.
• Collaborate with sales team to arrange appointments.

Job description

Overview

As a Business Developer, you will be vital in building strong relationships with new and existing trade customers. With your friendly and engaging approach, you will contact trade customers on a daily basis via telephone and email, identifying upselling opportunities and delivering exceptional customer service.

You will also provide valuable administrative support to the depot, collaborating closely with Kitchen Sales Designers and Territory Sales Representatives to assist in arranging appointments and fuel lead generation. Your proactive attitude and attention to detail will contribute to the efficient running of the depot, enabling the team to reach and exceed depot targets.

Skills and attributes

• Customer service
• Thrives in fast-paced environments
• Strong communicator
• Sales-focused
• Prioritisation and organisation skills
• Curious learner

How to apply

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