Business Development / Lead Gen

Oakley Food Projects are here to meet the needs of small to medium (SME) food, drink and pharmaceutical manufacturers in the UK looking to move, expand and future-proof their production facilities.

Oakley is looking for a high-energy, enthusiastic Business Development Researcher. This fast-paced telephone position involves you identifying and contacting prospects to generate leads for the Senior Business Development Executive and subsequently introduce customers to our products and services.

Role Summary

Develop a pipeline of prospects for the Senior Business Development Executive through effective use of all outbound communication channels, including such as telephone, email and social media. Maintaining accurate customer and prospect details within the companies central CRM system and assist with other related tasks as required.

Job Responsibilities

• Source and identify prospects by researching online and through other means, register and log on to the company CRM database
  
  
• Engage with prospective customers through multiple communication channels with the intention of creating opportunities
  
  
• Making outbound telephone calls to potential customers to stimulate interest and nurture relationships
  
  
• Qualify opportunities by asking good questions, active listening and challenging prospects on their problems, motivation to find a solution, and authority to buy
  
  
• Maintain and update data in the CRM system to ensure accurate records of prospect information
  
  
• Support the Senior Business Development Executive with admin duties to maximise their call time
  
  
• Help the Marketing team in preparation of events and exhibitions and attend as required
  
  The Successful Candidate
  
  
• Will need to have excellent attention to detail and a professional, confident telephone manner.
  
  
• Have good listening skills and able to action on their own initiative.
  
  
• Be self-motivated and thrive on the buzz and excitement supporting the Business Development Executives of developing new business.
  
  
• Previous business development or lead generation and telesales experience is essential for this role.
  
  Employee Benefits
  
  
• Company pension scheme
  
  
• Private healthcare with bolt on family options
  
  
• Increasing holiday entitlement based on length of service
  
  
• Learning and development opportunities
  
  
• Team breakfast and lunch provided throughout the week
  
  
• A catered kitchen facilities within a friendly office environment
  
  
• Quarterly Team events and days out
  
  
• Employee of the month rewards
  
  Office based in Winnersh RG41 5HU, 39 hours per week.
  
  Monday to Thursday working hours 8am – 5pm, and Friday 8am – 4pm.
  
  Open to part-time and flexible working hours.
  
  £35 - £45K per annum depending on experience