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Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

LookersHarrogate, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
30+ days ago
Salary
£50,000.00 yearly
Job description

Overview

Business Development Manager

Harrogate

Lookers Leasing is looking for a Business Development Manager to prospect and obtain new customers for Lookers Leasing services within pre-agreed company guidelines.

To maintain regular contact with clients and prospective clients via direct visits and networking events. Promote Contract Hire and all relating products using professional and recognised selling techniques in order to achieve personal pre-agreed volume and profit targets.

  • To be fully conversant with all products supplied by the company, including Finance Leasing, Contract Hire, Contract Purchase, Fleet Management, Maintenance Management and Accident Management.
  • To take sales lead in introducing new products and services to the market and presenting these products and services to customers and prospects.
  • Assist the Sales Director in developing a Business Development Sales & Marketing Plan and take ownership in delivering the plan.
  • Develop new marketing and promotion initiatives and implement agreed initiatives.
  • To work with a minimum of supervision but with the guidance of the Sales Director in developing and servicing our customers and prospective customers.

Knowledge & Experience :

A proven track record of successful business development in a corporate market over a minimum of a 2 year period.

Behaviours :

  • The ability to demonstrate enthusiasm and strong communication skills
  • The ability to demonstrate outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills
  • An ability to build long-term partnerships with customers and suppliers
  • An ability to work effectively, be self-motivated and committed to exceeding customer expectations

    • Performance Measures :

  • Completion and adherence to mandatory and regulatory training requirements
  • Achievement of agreed volume and profitability objectives

    • The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a dedication to flawless B2B customer service and will be passionate about the motor trade industry. Having lots of enthusiasm, drive and motivation is key to consistently achieve fantastic results.

    Previous experience in a similar position and within the motor trade would be preferred but not essential as we are always on the look out for new talent to join our team.

    About us

    Lookers Leasing are proud to be part of Lookers Limited. The latter representing 32 vehicle manufacturers, selling and servicing a huge range of cars at over 150 franchised dealerships across hundreds of locations throughout the UK and Ireland. We recognise the hard work, flexibility and commitment of our people so we offer an industry leading benefits package. This includes competitive basic salaries plus;

  • Enhanced holidays that increase with service
  • Eligibility to join one of our car schemes
  • Critical illness cover after 2 years and Life Assurance
  • Smart Health - free access to support 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
  • Mental Health support available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year : Mental Health Aiders on site / online, EveryMind and much more
  • Enhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave
  • A company car is provided.

    • Lookers are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from all types of discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential.

    If your application is succesful we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you starting with us. Depending on the role and responsibilities, these could include us verifying your recent employment, address and credit history. We may also conduct a criminal record check and a driving license check.