Business Development Executive Job at Beautiful Recruitment (Manchester)

Business Development Executive

Beautiful Recruitment

Location:
United Kingdom , Manchester

Category:
Sales

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Job Description:

Our client specialises in the manufacture and supply of aromatic, heterocyclic, and aliphatic compounds, fluorochemicals, and life sciences reagents. We offer unrivalled service and expertise in sourcing and manufacturing available and novel products. Our commitment to excellence, alongside our readily stocked and competitively priced range, makes us the trusted partner of choice for chemists, researchers, distributors, and manufacturers across a wide range of industries.

Job Responsibility:

Generating Sales: Actively seeking out and engaging new business opportunities within the life sciences and chemicals sectors to drive sales growth
Winning Business: Developing and implementing strategies to win new clients and expand our market presence
Customer Pipeline Management: Utilizing CRM software to manage and track the customer pipeline, ensuring efficient follow-up and conversion of leads
Client Meetings: Contacting and meeting with new clients to understand their needs and present tailored solutions
Sales Presentations: Preparing and delivering compelling presentations and sales materials to support new business objectives
Product Alignment: Aligning our product offerings and services to the specific needs of new clients in the life sciences and chemicals fields
Solution Selling: Selling through discovery and providing innovative solutions to meet client requirements
Ease of Trade: Making it easy for customers to trade with us by streamlining processes and providing excellent customer service
Lead Engagement: Contacting and presenting to new or “warm” leads through sales calls/visits
Industry Events: Attending conferences, exhibitions, or on-site customer visits both within the UK and internationally to network and generate leads
Target Achievement: Working in a fast-paced environment ensuring that both departmental and individual targets are met
Reporting: Producing, creating, and completing internal and external reports to track progress and inform strategy
Team Support: Supporting the wider sales team in achieving collective goals
Company Representation: Being an ambassador for the company in a customer-facing role

Requirements:

A degree in life sciences (e.g., biology, biochemistry, pharmacology), chemistry, or a related field is preferred
Previous experience in sales, particularly in the life sciences, chemicals, or related industries, is highly valuable
Strong skills in market analysis, strategy development, and financial forecasting are important for identifying opportunities and driving growth
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary for interacting with clients, negotiating deals, and presenting ideas
Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients, suppliers, and industry stakeholders
Ability to analyse customer needs and propose effective solutions
Willingness to stay updated on industry changes and adapt strategies accordingly
Experience with CRM software to manage client relationships, track sales activities, and analyse data to improve customer relationships and drive sales growth

What we offer:

Investment in training and personal development
Competitive salary and bonus scheme
Pension - Group personal pension (company contribution of 7.5%, employees 5%)
Holidays - 24 days per year plus bank holidays (increases in line with length of service)
Team/social events/charity events
On-site gym and games room
Corporate social responsibility
On-site free parking

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Job Posted:
January 25, 2026

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