Business Development Executive

Our client is an innovative engineering technology business providing advanced cloud-based simulation software to customers across motorsport, automotive and sports science. Following continued growth, they are now seeking a Business Development Executive to support proactive customer acquisition across key technical markets.This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious sales professional to join a highly technical and collaborative environment, helping to drive commercial growth across the UK and Europe.The RoleThe Business Development Executive will play a key role in identifying and developing new commercial opportunities, supporting the transition from a primarily marketing-led acquisition model to a proactive business development approach.Key responsibilities will include:Identifying and engaging prospective customers across motorsport, automotive and sports science sectorsConducting proactive outreach via events, networking, phone, email and LinkedIn.Meeting with prospective clients via online meetings, such as MS Teams for example. Representing the business at industry events, conferences and trade exhibitionsQualifying inbound enquiries and converting them into commercial opportunitiesRunning discovery conversations and coordinating technical demonstrations with internal engineering teamsManaging opportunities through the full sales cycle from initial engagement to contract signatureMaintaining accurate CRM, pipeline and forecasting informationThe role is based ..... full job details .....