New Business Development Executive

OA is looking for a dynamic Business Development Manager to join our client's growing and successful team.

• To maximise growth of sales within the business.
• Ownership of area accounts, account planning and execution.
• Source and generate leads for potential new business.
• Securing appointments with prospects to conduct either a telephone/online discussion or a face‑to‑face meeting.
• Prepare quotations and follow up.
• Participate on behalf of the company in exhibitions or conferences in the UK and occasionally abroad.
• Occasional visits to customers involving overnight hotel stays, within UK and NI/Eire.
• Build rapport and establish long‑term relationships with customers.
• Assist the Sales Manager in the Marketing and PR area working alongside a Marketing Agency.
• Ensure all customer queries are handled appropriately and monitored through to resolution.

Our client, a market leader in the bedding and upholstery components industry, is seeking a talented Sales Executive to help drive new business, upsell to existing customers, and meet ambitious sales targets. We're after someone with a strong track record in sales, outstanding customer relationship skills, and a real hunger for winning new business. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment and are passionate about growing your career, this could be the perfect role for you!

• Excellent communication skills – written and verbal, with great attention to detail.
• Professional and resilient with a positive outlook.
• Team player who goes the extra mile.
• Good knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook) and CRM software.
• Ability to work well as part of a team, in an open office environment, whilst being able to work independently on your own initiative with tenacity & a drive to improve and succeed.
• Background in the bedding or soft furnishings industries would be advantageous but not critical.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Ability to analyse lost business and review opportunities to increase successful conversions.