Business Development Executive

At Oprema, we’re all about the people. That means we work together, we do what’s right, and we go the extra mile for both our customers and our staff.

As our newest Internal Business Development Executive, you’ll be growing market share within your region. We’re looking for a highly motivated new team member who will be delivering quotes, bringing on board new customers and providing friendly follow-up support for existing customers.

You will be part of a vibrant, informal and helpful team that thrives on collaboration and mutual support. Our team environment is designed to be dynamic and engaging, ensuring that every member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.

Who are we?

Oprema is proud to offer a reliable, efficient service to our valued customers. We’re already the UK’s fastest-growing multi-discipline security distributor, stockist of over 100 market-leading brands, and the country’s biggest Dahua distributor and with What’s more, we provide pre and post-sale tech support, providing a streamlined security solution that strives to always go the extra mile.

But what really sets Oprema apart in the security industry? Our authentic, honest approach to business – and each other – is at the core of what we stand for. Put simply: we're real people, offering real security.

We can’t wait to welcome the newest edition of our expanding team. If you share in our enthusiasm, can-do attitude, and good sense of humour, you could be the perfect fit for this role!

We’re on the lookout for somebody with ambition and drive, who can take initiative and keep up with our fast pace of business. If this sounds like you, then here’s everything you need to know:

What you’ll be doing

• To grow sales and market share within the region, concentrating on Oprema’s strategic brands.
• To re-engage with lapsed accounts.
• Develop and maintain positive customer relationships with existing customers.
• To keep customers informed regarding the progress of their orders, liaising with suppliers when necessary.
• To keep up to date with tier one and tier two suppliers.
• To maintain accurate records in the CRM system, including the use of activities to ensure full and up to date information is stored.
• Any other tasks as commensurate with the post.
• This is not an exhaustive list and you may be required to carry out additional duties as necessitated by the needs of the business.

What you’ll have?

• Sales experience, (within the security distribution sector or similar is an advantage but not necessary).
• Experience of using Navision, or any CRM/ERP system.
• Excellent telephone manner.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks concurrently.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to understand market pricing and gross profit expectation.
• Ability to understand basic technical product information.
• Sales qualification/training.

What you’ll get

• Annual salary £27 - 28k plus Commission (Circa 35k)
• 25 days’ annual leave (increasing to 27 upon 3 years’ service) Plus Bank Holidays. Buy/sell up to 3 days holiday per year.
• Group pension scheme (increasing employer contributions upon 3 years' service).
• Private medical insurance (upon completion of probation period).
• Life Assurance - DIS benefit (upon completion of probation period).
•  Monthly Free Lunch Day.
• Regular team building and fundraising events and activities.