Marketing & Business Development Executive, Cheshire, £30-35k Commission Structure & Benefits Working mainly across the UK and Europe, this successful multi award winning company prides itself on providing a complete high-quality design, manufacture and installation service to their ever-growing client base. As the company continues to grow, they are now looking to appoint an office based Marketing & Business Development Executive to assist in taking their outbound marketing/sales function to the next level. Ideally you will have previously worked within a Creative, Exhibitions, Displays, Retail Design or similar sector. Working within a warm and friendly office environment the successful person will report to the Operations Manager, and will take on the responsibility for sourcing new leads this will mainly be generated by undertaking effective marketing campaigns and follow up calls this is not a telesales position. You will have the opportunity to see secured leads through to initial pitch/client presentation stage either solo or alongside one of the Account Managers. Marketing Responsibilities Overview: Overall responsibility for the marketing budget and developing the marketing strategy/plan and achieving the companys objectives. Creating, Developing and Implementing effective marketing campaigns, including non-digital and taking full responsibility for the delivery of all campaigns. Monitoring campaign performance and identifying what has worked, what hasnt and implementing any solutions required Production of marketing collateral Be the Brand Ambassador ensuring consistency of image across all media and everywhere the brand is seen Ensuring that the companys website and social media activity are effective marketing tools. Ensuring appropriate networking activities are identified and attended. Research will also play a big part in this role, so you will need to research and maintain your lead generation database, conduct customer research and interpret market surveys to obtain additional information from potential leads. Business Development Overview: Making outgoing calls to identify decision makers, contacting prospects to qualify leads, follow up on enquiries. Have initial discussions with clients, clarifying needs, budget and timescales. Where appropriate, presenting company credentials to clients. Taking design briefs with the Account Manager as appropriate Attending client meetings, as appropriate. Working with colleagues throughout the business to secure sales in line with agreed targets Managing and maintaining the CRM system and using it as an effective performance management and evaluation tool for both marketing and sales. Where a sale isnt secured, understanding the reasons why and developing an action plan and addressing any lessons learned. Other Responsibilities: Ensuring that all aspects of department administration are carried out. Ensuring external suppliers deliver good quality work within the agreed timescales. Implementing effective processes and procedures. Compiling relevant performance statistics and providing information to company managers. Keeping abreast of competition and providing relevant analysis. Provide a high standard of communication, ensuring that you remain enthusiast about client projects. Carrying out any other tasks as may be reasonably required. Requirements: Self-motivated, with good communication and organisational/time management skills. Great knowledge and experience with the Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel and Outlook Understanding and ability to use a CRM system Strong project and time management skills Ability to work independently and have a proactive approach Have knowledge and understanding of Social Networking Experience with managing leads on phone calls and email Proven experience with researching and maintaining databases. Full driving licence As this is an office based role you will need to be living in the UK, ideally within the Cheshire area. Sponsorship is not available so you will need to have full leave to remain. Full time - 37.5 hours per week / 8:30am 4:30pm, Monday to Friday ADZN1_UKTJ