Business Development Manager Edinburgh, Scotland
Job description
Region: Scotland & Northern England - Up to £59,000 OTE
Miele GB is an exciting work environment where you can make a difference from day 1. Part of a global organisation, our people are passionate about our brand and are dedicated to creating quality in all that they do.
In this role of Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for professional commercial business partnering, sales management and training of specific high value, high opportunity Kitchen Studios and Electrical Retailers in order to achieve specific sales targets and objectives. Working closely with the Partners, building collaborative business plans to ensure Miele delivers a best in class partnership in order to achieve sales growth targets and objectives.
We partner closely with our Miele Experience Centre's, providing consumers expert advice and hands-on demonstrations – truly bringing our products to life.
Who are we?
Miele is a world leader in the production of premium domestic and commercial appliances. At Miele, we take immense pride, not only in the quality of our appliances but all aspects of customer services.
Since being founded in 1899 as a family company, Miele has followed its Immer Besser ‘Forever Better’ brand promise. This means: we will do all that we can to be “forever better” than our competitors and “forever better” than we already are.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for someone who has the relevant experience within a premium commercial role and a high level of emotional intelligence. You will also need to live within your territory described.
To be successful in this role you should have experience and be passionate about setting challenging targets and have a history of delivering great results. You will produce and use analytics to provide insights into commercial decision-making and the development of business plans.
You will have a successful track-record and previous responsibility for a portfolio of accounts measured on sales volume, value and profit.
Experience of implementing a promotional calendar ensuring maximum exposure at all levels within the account and preparation and management of financial data for territory, account insight and development.
A natural relationship builder, you will put the customer at the heart of everything you do you will exemplify ‘Immer Besser’ (continuous improvement) in the way you work. You will think creatively and be willing to challenge the status quo in order to improve things.
You will work closely with the Head of Sales, Domestic Support Teams, Category Managers and Logistics.
What can we offer you?
We offer a salary up to £45,000 per annum, dependent on experience, plus an evolving pay and benefits package which could take your OTE up to £59,000. We want you to feel you can join a team where we will help you reach your potential, be respected, and perform at your best.
Miele has a respectful, positive and inclusive culture and working for Miele GB is exciting and rewarding. We employ approximately 500 employees in the UK in all areas of our business and can provide a great foundation to progress your career within the organisation.
If you impress with your ability and can bring energy and commitment to the team, this could be the place for you. If you want to join us on our quest for “Immer Besser” and further your career, apply now and tell us “Why Miele” and “Why you!”
