Description
TerraCycle Overview
TerraCycle is an international leader in innovative sustainability solutions, creating and operating first-of-their-kind platforms in recycling, recycled materials, and reuse.
Operating in 20 countries, including 12 in Europe, TerraCycle works with manufacturers, retailers and end users to implement turnkey recycling programs through a range of public-facing services for hundreds of everyday waste streams that other waste management companies are unable to recycle.
In 2019, TerraCycle introduced Loop - a platform that allows brands, retailers and consumers to move from a disposable to durable supply chain, enabling consumers to responsibly shop for a wide variety of commonly used products in reusable packaging. Since its debut, Loop has developed into the leading global reuse platform and is available in France, the United States and Japan.
TerraCycle and Loop have received hundreds of awards and recognitions and have been highlighted in some of the world's most recognized media outlets, including CNN, Wall St. Journal, Reuters.com, New York Times, Forbes, Time, and thousands of others.
Job Overview
TerraCycle is looking for a talented candidate to join the Business Development team building new business partnerships and relationships in Europe and the UK.
Your aim will be to drive TerraCycle’s rapid growth by building a pipeline of new business and managing client relationships effectively with the goal of closing opportunities. The Business Development Associate assists in the development of new contacts and leads, conducting outreach to initiate and maintain a dialogue around TerraCycle’s offerings with marketing, sustainability and facility stakeholders across a diversity of industries.
This is a unique and fast-paced role for a resourceful, driven individual looking for an exceptional sales opportunity with a global leader in the sustainability field.
The position is based in London, where you will report to the Business Development lead for program partnerships in Europe and will closely collaborate with the entire Business Development Team as well as other teams in TerraCycle.
Primary Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include:
* Identifying and securing new partnerships for TerraCycle through proactive outreach as well as managing ongoing prospect relationships primarily through email, video-calls and phone
* Support on building custom sales decks and presentations using PowerPoint/Google-slides
* Building industry ecosystems and adding to our outreach strategy and efforts
* Independently writing and sending personalized outreach messages in a creative way (primarily via LinkedIn and email)
* Carrying out continuous follow-up of prospective clients and managing the sales pipeline
* Effectively using the CRM to record notes and report on progress of deals in your pipeline
* Support on contract drafting and contract negotiations
Requirements
Desired Qualifications/Skills
* Entry level sales role, 1-3 years of sales, account management, marketing or consulting experience preferred
* A drive to exceed sales targets and close deals
* Strategic and thoughtful approach to Business Development and client interactions
* Highly organised with CRM, emails and documents with the ability to manage your time effectively
* Excellent ability to create customised client-facing decks and presentations using PowerPoint and Google Slides
* Excellent writing and communication skills needed with keen attention to detail to be able to interact with mid to senior-level prospective clients
* Client-facing experience negotiating and closing business opportunities preferred
* A bachelor’s degree in any field of study is a plus
* French speaking is preferred but not required
Perks and Benefits:
* Salary based on experience
* Flex Fridays
* 2 Volunteering Days
* Enhanced Parental Leave
* Quarterly team engagement
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Employee discount platform
* Income protection insurance
* Hybrid working - opportunity to work from home up to 3 days per week
* Work anywhere for 1 month
* Office exchange programme
*Please submit CVs in English
TerraCycle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion.
Note: International candidates must be eligible to work in their country of employment. At this time TerraCycle does not provide for visa sponsorships.
Job description is not all inclusive. TerraCycle reserves the right to amend this job description at any time.
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