Sales & Business Development Assistant
Touchstone Glazing Solutions Ltd is a growing and innovative company that has built an outstanding reputation within the conservation and heritage sector for its knowledge, expertise, and passion in developing and manufacturing thermally efficient windows, doors and rooflights for historic buildings.
Together with our sister company, Design Glass Ltd, one of the UK's leading manufacturers of traditional stained glass, leaded lights, and domed ceilings, we have established ourselves as specialists within a unique and highly respected niche of the historic glazing market.
As our business continues to grow, we are looking for an ambitious, driven and personable Sales \& Business Development Assistant to join our team. This role is heavily focused on generating new business, building relationships and representing the company across the UK. The successful candidate will be comfortable travelling regularly, meeting clients face\-to\-face, attending exhibitions and promoting our specialist products within the heritage, architectural and construction sectors.
Is this role right for you?
You will be a motivated self\-starter with a proven ability to identify opportunities, develop relationships and convert enquiries into sales. You should be passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and have the confidence to represent the company professionally at meetings, events and presentations.
You will enjoy working independently whilst contributing to a growing team and will have the ambition to grow alongside the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify, develop and secure new business opportunities throughout the UK.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with architects, surveyors, conservation officers, contractors, developers and private clients.
- Travel nationwide to attend meetings with clients, site visits, CPD presentations, exhibitions and industry events.
- Prepare Estimates and sales contracts.
- Follow up on leads and enquiries.
- Achieve agreed sales targets and contribute to the company's growth objectives.
- Work closely with marketing and production to ensure projects are delivered successfully.
- Monitor market trends and emerging opportunities within the heritage and glazing sectors.
- Represent the company professionally at exhibitions and conservation\-related events.
- Assist with marketing initiatives, case studies, social media content and promotional campaigns.
- Ensure all communications reflect the company's brand values and commitment to quality and customer service.
Essential
- Proven experience in a sales or business development.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Confident presenting to individuals and groups.
- Strong relationship\-building ability.
- Self\-motivated with a proactive approach to generating sales opportunities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
- Competent with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and Outlook.
- Full clean UK driving licence.
- Willingness to travel extensively throughout the UK, including occasional overnight stays.
- Understanding of conservation and listed building requirements.
- Marketing and social media experience.
- Experience using CRM systems.
- Photography and content creation skills.
- Degree\-level or equivalent qualification in Business, Marketing, Sales or a related discipline.
- Full\-time, 39 hours per week.
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Performance bonuses.
- Company pension.
- Company events.
- On\-site parking.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Opportunity to grow with a market\-leading specialist business.
- Monday to Friday
- Day shift
- Flexibility required for travel, events and client meetings
Based at Albion Mill, Thornhill Beck Lane, Brighouse, HD6 4AH, with regular travel throughout the UK.
Additional Requirements
- Full clean UK driving licence.
- Ability to travel nationally and occasionally stay away from home when required.
- Professional appearance and manner when representing the business.
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On\-site parking
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