Reporting to the UK Sales Director, Business Development Manager is responsible for managing Business Development for the Pharma & Healthcare sectors within a designated territory. They are responsible for promoting a portfolio of products which are included within the freight forwarding and logistics industry targeting and building a pipeline based around new business opportunities within the branch network. * Seek a variety of new business opportunities within the Pharma / Healthcare sectors * Generate and qualify new business opportunities, by using sales skills, planning and relationship management * Demonstrate commercial acumen in order to seek and secure sales opportunities whilst maintaining GDPR compliance * Provide first class customer service to deliver on customer solutions * Implement sales strategies to develop short term and long-term target accounts * Meet and exceed company standard expectations in relation to call rate and pipeline expectations * Ensure new business sales targets including revenue and gross profit are exceeded * Implement strategies and plans to achieve UK target whilst supporting NECE Region * Pharma/Healthcare expo attendance * Complete daily reporting on the Customer Relationship Management System and providing data and statistics to support Regional Sales activity. * Work collaboratively across the business to maximise sales opportunities. * Work collaboratively and in partnership with Branch Operations and any other teams to help win retain and develop new and existing business * Deliver on client satisfaction and service excellence * Ensure credit worthiness and credibility of customers to ensure they are ‘fit’ to do business with * Work as an ambassador for the organisation within the local/regional community promoting its’ services and values at all times * Work with telesales and marketing teams to identify and interpret trends and opportunities to constantly deliver and deliver success Essential Experience and Knowledge * Sound experience with a successful track record of Business Development within the Pharma / Healthcare sectors supporting freight forwarding and logistics activities * Understand Pharma / Healthcare terminology * Understand cold chain / temperature management * Strong understanding of GDP principles & diligence processes to meet regulatory compliance standards during the sales process * Sound experience of generating new business opportunities and relationship management * Demonstrable experience of implementing sales strategies to meet short term and long-term opportunities * Demonstrable success in achieving and exceeding new business sales targets * Experience of reporting processes and the provision of data to support sales activity using a CRM system * Experience of implementing new ideas and solutions to drive results of a sales function. * Demonstrable commercial awareness that has had a significant impact on the business. * Sound experience of negotiating skills and firm understanding of the sales cycle * Good presentation skills and ability to package sound commercial proposals
Business Development Manager - Pharma & Healthcare Logistics employer: EL Recruitment Solutions Ltd
As a leading player in the export and transport sector, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work environment that values teamwork, innovation, and professional growth. Our night shift team enjoys competitive benefits, including flexible scheduling and opportunities for skill development, all while contributing to our commitment to service excellence and regulatory compliance. Join us in a role that not only challenges you but also rewards your dedication with a supportive culture and a focus on continuous improvement.
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