Regional Business Development Manager

FTH Hire Group is one of the largest and fastest growing independent plant and tool hire companies in the UK, with ten depots across the South of England and Scotland. As a result of our ambitious growth plans, we are looking to add additional high calibre people to our growing business.
The Regional Business Development Manager role provides a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the ongoing success as the business continues an exciting growth plan. This is a pivotal role within each of our local markets and provides opportunity for both Business Development and Key Account Management as we look to further strengthen our market presence in the Berkshire area.
A background in the hire sector would be advantageous although not necessary, experience within a sales development environment role is essential.
Main Responsibilities
· Identify and secure new business wins within defined territories in line with company sales revenue goals
· Oversee, manage, and develop a defined portfolio of existing customer accounts
· Manage the growth and development of company key accounts in line with business growth goals
· Support and achieve delivery of sales growth targets for all FTH products and services
· Research, develop and deliver customer account proposals and agreements
· Work with local and regional teams and internal Marketing team to identify and maximise FTH new business opportunities
· Act as a brand ambassador across industry marketing and promotional opportunities
· Provide regional team and the overall business with market intelligence and insights
· Maximise customer awareness and trading performance via internal customer management platform
· Provide point-of-contact resource to maximise customer end to end experience
· Undertake and generate company sales performance reports as required to local management group
· Obtain and manage hire enquiries and orders when required
What you will need to bring to the role
Effective organisational and communication skills
Committed to providing an industry leading service delivery approach to business development
Capable of developing strong client relationships
Confidence to work on own initiative
New business prospecting knowledge, skills and experience
Good planning and preparation skills
Flexible in approach to the role to meet business requirements
Presentation skills, both verbally and written
Self-Confident
Negotiating skills essential
Time management essential
Competent levels of IT understanding
Proven experience in selling products & services to end user
Entrepreneurial spirit
Commitment to self-development
High level of integrity and trust
Benefits:
* Sales bonus scheme
* Loyalty bonus scheme
* Pension - auto enrolment
* 29 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
* Perk box
* Birthday gift
Hours: Monday to Friday 7am to 5pm