Business Development Executive

Job DescriptionDenman is a global haircare brand, ‘Loved by Consumers and Trusted by Professionals’. The original Denman hairbrush, designed in 1938, remains our Hero product to this day. Following successes in the UK and US home markets, the next step is to harness the scope for international growth within the retail sector.MAIN PURPOSE OF POSTTo support existing Consumer and Professional markets and take a proactive approach to developing new accounts in new territories. Reporting to the Business Development Manager, duties will include growing sales through account management with a direct contribution to the company’s Retail, E-commerce and Professional sales strategies. The successful candidate must be available to travel.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES·
Achieving annual sales targets·
Direct account management·
Producing brand decks for existing and prospective partners·
Ranging products according to customer type and market·
Involvement in product pricing management by market·
Promotional planning in line with investment plans·
Overseeing in-market research and store visits·
Sales reporting and data analysis·
Contribution to budget and forecast planning·
Exhibition participationEssential attributes·
A minimum 1 year’s business experience·
Excellent level of IT skills, reporting and analysis·
Aptitude to present and communicate effectively at all levels·
Ability to demonstrate sound business judgement and decision makingDesirable attributes·
Third level qualification·
Clear knowledge of our business and the relevant markets·
Previous experience with e-commerce·
Customer account handling experiencePlease note this role is office based working in Bangor, Northern Ireland. A relocation package is not included.