Future Prospects Group are delighted to be working with our client in the commercial supply and distribution sector to appoint an ambitious Business Development Executive on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an exceptional opportunity for a proactive commercial professional to play a pivotal role bridging sales support and key B2B account coordination. Working alongside an established internal colleague and supporting a regional field sales team, you will enjoy a multifaceted role encompassing lead generation, account management, order tracking, and brand marketing support., Your responsibilities as a Business Development Executive will include:
- Nurturing and managing relationships with key and premier business accounts to build long-term commercial loyalty.
- Serving as a trusted first point of contact for customer enquiries, resolving challenges promptly or escalating where appropriate.
- Managing the day-to-day inbound pipeline by identifying and tracking leads from contractor portals and inbound channels.
- Conducting targeted outbound calls within allocated regional territories to uncover new business opportunities.
- Qualifying high-potential leads and collaborating closely with remote Business Development Managers to align field actions.
- Assisting with sales order processing to smoothly advance orders from initial enquiry through to delivery.
- Supporting international export tracking to ensure cross-border shipping details and data are accurately captured.
- Providing administrative assistance for formal tender preparations and omnichannel communications via phone, email, and live chat.
- Maintaining accurate records within the centralised database while assisting with digital marketing updates and corporate events.
- Proven background in B2B account management, customer service, sales administration, or lead generation.
- Prior experience working within a supplier, distributor, or merchant environment is highly advantageous.
- Practical working knowledge of CRM and ERP databases, ideally Sage platforms such as Sage 200 or Sage CRM.
- Proficiency across standard Microsoft Office applications, with confident abilities in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- High level of commercial acumen, strong relationship-building skills, and a proactive approach to problem solving.
- Excellent organisational abilities with acute attention to detail when managing database records and order pipelines.
- A full, valid UK driving licence to accommodate occasional customer site visits.
The benefits included with this role are:
- Competitive basic salary benchmarked against experience.
- Structured personal development plans and upskilling frameworks to support career progression.
- Collaborative, supportive team culture with shared commercial targets.
- Comprehensive exposure across sales operations, export administration, and digital marketing initiatives.
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Business Development Executive in Nottingham employer: Future plc
At Future, we pride ourselves on being a dynamic and inclusive employer that champions professional growth and innovation. As an Agency Trading Director based in our vibrant London Paddington office, you'll enjoy a collaborative work culture, uncapped leave, and enhanced parental benefits, all while leading strategic agency relationships that drive meaningful impact across our extensive portfolio. With opportunities for profit sharing and a commitment to diversity, Future is the ideal place for ambitious professionals looking to make their mark in the media landscape.
