Job Title: Business Development Executive
Location: Bristol / UK
Salary: £27,000 per annum + uncapped commission and up to 10% annual bonus.
Job type: Permanent, Full-Time
Working Hours: 08:30am – 5:30pm (40hrs per week)
About us:
A member of SYNLAB, the Veterinary Pathology Group (VPG) offers a comprehensive range of tests as well as diagnostic advice for domestic pets, horses, reptiles and birds as well as exotic species. Our clients are typically veterinary surgeons, though we also offer services to universities and other animal health professionals. SYNLAB also has veterinary laboratories in Germany, Italy, Belgium and other European countries.
VPG offers all aspects of clinical pathology and microbiology, and includes comprehensive offerings in serology, immunology, PCR testing, and toxicology. VPG also has a strong reputation for its expertise in cytology and histopathology as well as immunocytochemistry and histochemistry.
About the role:
We have an exciting and new opportunity for two Business Development Executives to join our fast-paced team and to support the continued growth of the business. This is a full-time and permanent role which will also home based.
Key Responsibilities:
- To support the VPG Managing Director with business development strategy, working with the Operations team.
- Identify and develop new business opportunities in the UK and Europe, through independent and corporate practices and buying groups. Develop ongoing pipeline.
- Direct line management of the Business Development Assistants.
- Build and maintain relationships with Key personnel within corporate client groups at all levels.
- Responding to customer correspondence via email or telephone. CPD organisation with independent practices and associations.
- Analysis of revenue reports, identification of practice loss and gain , following up and communicating to the Operations Director, Managing Director and Business Development Assistants.
Key Skills and Experience:
Essential:
- Previous experience in a Sales and Business Development role.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Excellent communication skills, along with the ability to work as part of a team.
- Excellent selling and negotiation skills.
- Must be able to prioritise, organise and manage time effectively.
- Clean UK Driving Licence.
Desirable:
- Some knowledge of the veterinary/Biomedical Sciences sector.
- Knowledge of MS Office/Teams and familiar with CRM systems.
Additional Information:
We operate in increasingly diverse environments which is reflected in our workforce, clients, customers, suppliers, communities and partners. We believe an inclusive workplace culture is the best way to source, attract and retain diverse and talented people, and create a sustainable, high-performing workforce.
We believe our staff is vital to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare, therefore, we promote a culture of continuous personal development where scientists and staff have the support and resources to acquire new skills and build their careers through learning and development opportunities, coaching and clear career pathways.
Please note that we reserve the right to close any adverts once we have received a sufficient number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post but do not hear back from us within two weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been short-listed on this occasion.
SYNLAB UK & Ireland is a committed equal opportunities employer and does not unlawfully discriminate based on any status or condition protected by applicable UK employment law.
Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Business Developer, Senior Business Development Manager, Key Account Manager, Account Manager, Sales Development, Sales Manager, Business Development Manager, Business Development Lead, Business Developer, Senior Sales, Business Development, Business Development Advisor may also be considered for this role.
