Business Development Manager (Wholesale)
Department: Sales
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Field-Based
Reporting To: Wholesale Manager
Compensation: £37,000 - £40,000 / year
Description
Salary: up to £40,000 per annum | Eligibility for Pod Point Incentive Plan | Company EV | London / South England- Field Based
Leading the way in electric vehicle charging, we've been at the forefront of adoption in the UK since 2009. With over 240,000 charge points installed so far, out of a total of 1 million in the UK, we make EV ownership simple and affordable. Partnering with top automotive brands like Mercedes, Jaguar Land Rover, BMW and Kia, as well as energy leaders such as EDF and Centrica, we’ve earned accolades such as the 'Which? - Trusted Trader' award and 'Best for Value, Home EV Chargers - What Car?' With our international expansion, we aim to transform the EV charging landscape not just in the UK, but now across Europe.
Our Ways of Working
Due to the nature of this role, you are required to be based in London. This role will be predominantly field based, out on the road.
Join the EVolution:
In this position, you’ll be joining Wholesale, which is focused on identifying potential wholesalers, who we can partner with, supporting their onboarding and training of our products, to help them to refer Pod Point to their customers. Reporting directly to the Wholesale Manager your main responsibilities will include:
* Build and develop relationships with Wholesale head office and regional business leaders.
* Build relationships with Wholesale Branches, directly and in partnership with other functions, including marketing, and third parties.
* Target new wholesale partners branches to expand Pod Point’s presence in the market.
* Support Branches with staff meetings and technical training and the establishment of Point-of-Sale materials.
* Support and lead trade events.
* Target regional contractors installing EV charging to drive volume through our wholesale partners directly and in partnership with other functions, including marketing, and third parties. Collaborate throughout the business and work in partnership with other sales functions to identify customer segments that can leverage the Wholesale Channel.
Skills and Experience
Prior sales and account management experience are essential for this role. Any knowledge of the wholesale market would be seen as beneficial. The core skills required are:
* Experience working with or for Wholesalers.
* A track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.
* Experience account managing B2B relationships and B2B2B customer engagements.
* Overnight stays will be required.
At Pod Point, we believe in potential, so if you don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. We value a willingness to learn, adaptability, and a genuine commitment to ensuring driving doesn’t cost the earth.
Perks that spark joy:
* Flexible hybrid working model.
* Work abroad for up to 20 days per year.
* Salary Sacrifice EV Scheme and free Pod Point.
* Family & friend discount scheme.
* 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays).
* Very generous parental and family leave.
* Pension scheme with a 4.5% matched contribution.
* Eyecare scheme.
* Life insurance covering up to 4x your annual salary.
* Virtual GP provided by HealthHero.
* Employee Assistance Program.
* Free Mortgage Advice.
* Discounted Gym Memberships.
* Cycle2Work Scheme.
Important Information:
You must have the legal right to work in the UK. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. Your privacy is important to us, all information shared will be handled according to our Candidate Privacy Notice.
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