Business Development Executive - Remote

At Oprema, we’re all about the people. That means we work together, we do what’s right, and we go the extra mile for both our customers and our staff.

As our newest Business Development Executive (BDE), you’ll be joining forces with an experienced Business Development Manager and existing BDE, with combined industry experience of over 50 years, to create a team of three, to facilitate continued growth in the North & Midlands.

We’re looking for a highly motivated new team member who will be delivering quotes and providing friendly follow-up support for their customers. You’ll be managing your accounts alongside your Business Development Manager – so a collaborative approach to work really is essential for this role!

Who are we?

Facing an exciting period of growth, Oprema is proud to offer a reliable, efficient service to our valued customers. We’re already the UK’s fastest-growing multi-discipline security distributor, stockist of over 100 market-leading brands, and the country’s biggest Dahua distributor. What’s more, we provide pre- and post-sale tech support, providing a streamlined security solution that strives to always go the extra mile. But what really sets Oprema apart in the security industry? Our authentic, honest approach to business – and each other – is at the core of what we stand for. Put simply: we're real people, offering real security.

We can’t wait to welcome the newest edition of our expanding team. If you share in our enthusiasm, can-do attitude, and good sense of humour, you could be the perfect fit for this role!

We’re on the lookout for somebody with ambition and drive, who can take initiative and keep up with our fast pace of business. If this sounds like you, then here’s everything you need to know:

What you’ll be doing

• Growing sales and market share within the region, concentrating on Oprema’s strategic brands.
• Re-engaging with lapsed accounts.
• Developing and maintaining positive customer relationships with existing customers.
• Keeping customers informed regarding the progress of their orders, liaising with suppliers when necessary.
• Keeping up to date with tier one and tier two suppliers.
• Maintaining accurate records in the CRM system, including the use of activities to ensure full and up to date information is stored.

What you’ll have

• Sales experience, within security distribution sector or similar.
  
• Excellent telephone manner.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks concurrently.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to understand market pricing and gross profit expectation.
• Ability to understand basic technical product information.
• Formal sales qualification/training is desirable.

What you’ll get

• Competitive salary, plus commission.
• ️ 25 days’ annual leave (increasing to 27 upon 3 years’ service) Plus Bank Holidays. Buy/sell up to 3 days holiday per year.
• Group pension scheme (increasing employer contributions upon 3 years' service).
• ️ Private medical insurance (upon completion of probation period).
• Life Assurance - DIS benefit (upon completion of probation period).
• ️ Monthly Free Lunch Day.
• Regular team building and fundraising events and activities.