Skip to navigation Search Search Site SYNLAB Home About Services News Careers Contact Us Synlab SYNLAB UK & Ireland: Job of the Week SYNLAB UK & Ireland Menu Careers Home UK & Ireland Opportunities Job of the Week Employee Profiles Global Opportunities Business Development Executive Full Time Remote Posted 1 week ago Salary: £20,000 (plus OTE) SYNLAB VPG are looking for a home based Business Development Executive to support the continued growth of the business and assist as part of a fast paced team in developing and acquiring new commercial accounts. This is offered as a permanent contract effective 1 December 2021. Synlab VPG is a market leading provider of veterinary laboratory services and is committed to providing the highest quality laboratory services to our clients. Veterinary Pathology Group (VPG) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of SYNLAB, the European leader in delivery of high-quality pathology testing and imaging services and operates six veterinary diagnostic laboratories across the UK and Ireland. SYNLAB VPG operates from 6 separate laboratories in the UK and Ireland. Our laboratories offer state of the art facilities in modern, spacious recently refurbished buildings. Our teams are fundamental to the principle of making a positive difference to veterinary healthcare and you will receive training and coaching to develop your skills and to support you in your working life. Desirables Previous experience in scientific sales with a focus on Veterinary and or Biomedical Sciences Excellent knowledge of MS Office Familiarity with CRM systems with ability to build productive business professional relationships Highly motivated and target driven with a proven track record in sales/business development Demonstrable experience of winning new business Excellent selling, communication and negotiation skills Prioritising, time management and organisational skills Ability to create and deliver presentations tailored to the audience needs Relationship management skills and openness to feedback Client orientated mindset Essentials Clean driving licence Knowledge of the veterinary industry Sales experience Responsibilities: Build a pipeline of new prospects through various business development techniques Develop a strong understanding of our customers’ needs and present relevant services Identify new veterinary practices within a given area and book meetings to discuss the range of diagnostic services that we offer with veterinary surgeons and practice managers Work closely with the Business Development Manager and Laboratory directors to promote campaigns, CPD and other marketing initiatives Cross sell additional VPG testing into our existing client base and focus on client retention Establish, develop and maintain positive business and customer relationships Achieve agreed upon sales targets and outcomes within the given time frames Coordinate sales effort with team members and other departments Track prospect and sales information within our CRM system Supply management with reports on customer needs, problems, interests, competitive activities, and potential for new products and services. Continuously improve through feedback Be willing to attend exhibitions and other industry trade events regularly Extensive travel throughout the UK How to apply If you are interested in this role and have the skills, experience and behaviours we are looking for, please follow the link to apply. If this job isn’t right for you but you are looking for a new position, please keep check our website for future opportunities. Please note that we reserve the right to close any adverts once we have received a sufficient number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post but do not hear back from us within two weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been short-listed on this occasion. SYNLAB UK & Ireland is a committed equal opportunities employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable UK employment law. About us SYNLAB UK & Ireland work closely with clinicians, hospitals, occupational health providers and clinical researchers to provide a complete pathology offering. We operate in increasingly diverse environments which is reflected in our workforce, clients, customers, suppliers, communities and partners. We believe an inclusive workplace culture is the best way to source, attract and retain diverse and talented people, and create a sustainable, high-performing workforce. We believe our staff is vital to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare, therefore, we promote a culture of continuous personal development where scientists and staff have the support and resources to acquire new skills and build their careers through learning and development opportunities, coaching and clear career pathways. 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