Business Development Manager – Fire OR Security

Or client is a leading provider of complex fire protection and security solutions, committed to delivering innovative and reliable services to our customers. Due to strategic growth This installer and service provider are seeking a dynamic and experienced Business Development Manager to join the team operating within the London & South East Area. There are two roles available, one covering Fire Detection/Protection and the other our Security Systems (including CCTV and access control). The successful applicant will be instrumental in growing the Security or Fire Protection/Detection business by responding to opportunities, prospecting and generating new business from various sectors. Based in Central London but with some client visits and some working form home you will be responsible for:
• Identify and secure the required Security & Fire business effectively from new and existing clients to achieve and exceed agreed sales targets.
• Respond and track effectively all allocated sales leads and prospects.
• Provide and maintain accurate forecasts, prospects lists / quote bank and sales status reports as required.
• Maintain a close working relationship with key customers, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Adhere to all company processes, rules, regulations, and policies.
• Carry out any other sales duties as and when required by the management team.
• Achieve monthly and quarterly sales and activity targets.
• Manage a pipeline of outstanding quotations to ensure monthly targets are met.
• Target regional multiple site prospects within your defined geographical area.
• Accurately prepare and present contracts and associated paperwork to prospective clients.
• Attend all meetings, tele-appointment sessions and training courses deemed to be necessary by the Company.

Candidates for this role with need proven Security Systems or Fire Detection/Protection sales experience, a technical, solution sales background. As a security/fire systems seller you will have a consultative sales approach and therefore a knowledge and understanding of security or fire detection/protection systems which is essential to the role. You will also be PC literate with good familiarity with MS products a swell as a full Driving Licence. This excellent opportunity comes with basic salary to £60,000 plus commission, car allowance, 25 days holiday (with the opportunity to buy or sell days), contributory pension, funded health cash plan and other benefits.