Company Description
SGS provide the world’s most comprehensive range of integrated inspection, testing, certification, and advisory services, powered by the latest technology and digital tools. Our global network of experts supports our customers by helping them to meet increasingly complex regulations and standards.
At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:
- Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
- Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays.
- An additional day off for your birthday
- Discounted Gym Membership
- Retailer Discounts
- Access to electric vehicle leasing scheme (subject to eligibility criteria)
- Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay.
- Length of Service Awards
- Christmas Vouchers
- Health & Wellbeing initiatives
Job Description
We are currently looking for an experienced and motivated Business Development Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving growth in our Machinery Services division.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement strategic sales plans tailored to the machinery services industry.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and key industry stakeholders.
- Provide excellent customer service to ensure client satisfaction and repeat business.
- Monitor market trends and competitor activity to inform business strategies.
- Develop and sell SGS services related to the testing, inspection and certification of products and equipment subject to the UK Machinery Regulations and EU Machinery Directive.
- Develop and sell SGS services relating to the functional safety of components and equipment/machinery.
Qualifications
- Sales qualification, or time served to demonstrate experience
- Full clean driving licence for use in the UK
- Proven experience in a similar role, preferably within the machinery services sector.
- Strong understanding of market dynamics and requirements.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Self-motivated with a results-driven approach.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field.
- Significant experience in a highly technical B2B environment
- Experience working successfully within a performance measured CRM based sales environment
Additional Information
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.
APPLY NOW for full consideration, you can be sure that your application will be treated confidentially and impartially, and you will always receive an update within 10 business days.
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