Business Development Manager – Newcastle
Description
About The Role
We are seeking an experienced hands-on Business Development Manager to join our sales team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying, developing and maintaining strong and trusting business relationships in the territories covering the Central Coast, Newcastle and up to Coffs Harbour. We already have established relationships in these areas and are looking to have a professional give these clients more focus as well as building new relationships.
The successful candidate would ideally live in or around Newcastle or the Central Coast, as this is where the majority of the clients are located and therefore where the majority of your time would be spent. There would be a requirement for regular visits to our flagship showroom and head office which is located in Sydney. Particularly so during your on-barding.
The Business Development Manager will be instrumental in managing a large list of clients across many market segments from architects to landscape architects, to interior designers, landscapers, and builders. It is your responsibility to seek out where the most opportunity lies. Your personality, effective self-management, motivation and follow through are what will make you successful.
Skills and Experience
- A natural interest and ability in building strong and trusting relationships with people
- The ability to confidently manage client relationships and general day-to-day enquiries
- Great attention to detail in handling business development leads and managing projects from lead to delivery
- An interest in architecture and design
- The ambition to grow and develop existing client relationships through exceptional service and product counsel
- Experience with CRM software a bonus (e.g. Salesforce)
- Ability to work remotely for periods of time, building structure and driving momentum
- Understanding of sales principles and ability to deliver excellent customer experience
- Strong (verbal and written) communication skills with an ability to build relationships
Responsibilities
- Provide after-sales support to retain great relationships
- Ensure prompt and accurate responses to clients’ queries
- Build strong client relationships, through regular communication
- Creating customised sales plans for key clients
- Promote new products/services to existing customers
Benefits
We offer excellent salary and benefits package, with opportunities for career growth and development. Our benefits package includes:
- Competitive salary and incentive program
- Great working culture
- Car/ or car allowance, laptop and phone
- Company-sponsored events and activities
- Enhanced parental leave
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discounts
About the Company
We are a leading supplier of architectural surfaces and outdoor furniture across Australia, New Zealand and California (employing around 130 people), dedicated to providing remarkable products and exceptional service to our customers in the Architecture and Design industries. We are passionate about investing in our people and providing them with the resources and support they need to grow and succeed.
Our core values of Best Idea Wins, Play as a Team, Be Curious, Get Fired Up, and Take Pride are deeply ingrained in our culture. We believe that by fostering these values, we can achieve outstanding results for Eco Outdoor and drive a positive employee experience.
Last year was our most successful year yet off the back of sustained growth in all markets which is expected to continue, so the future is bright for the business.
How to Apply
If you would like more information before you apply, check out our website: www.eco-outdoor.com or check us out on LinkedIn, or Instagram.
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Please note we require full permanent working rights for this position.
