SPAR New Business Executive

SPAR Business Recruitment Executive - Blakemore Trade Partners
40 hours per week
£35,000 per annum + excellent benefits and bonus opportunity
London/Greater London
Reporting to: Head of New Business

About Us:
Blakemore Trade Partners, a key division of A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd., supports SPAR retailers with business growth and development. We're passionate about providing exceptional service, and we're looking for a dynamic Business Recruitment Executive to help expand our SPAR network.

Job Purpose:
As a Business Recruitment Executive, you'll play a key role in supporting our Recruitment Managers in attracting new retailers to join the SPAR group. You'll be responsible for identifying potential retailers, selling the SPAR brand, and managing the entire recruitment process from sign-up to trading.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Recruitment Managers in identifying and recruiting retailers in line with A.F. Blakemore criteria.
• Sell the SPAR brand to potential retailers and manage the conversion process.
• Ensure a seamless onboarding experience for new retailers.
• Establish strong communication and support links as retailers begin trading.
• Assist in managing recruitment sales and cost budgets.

What We're Looking For:

• Essential: Full UK Driving Licence.
• Strong retail and cold call sales experience.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships.
• Strong organisational and planning skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to think creatively and logically to solve problems.
• Experience managing costs and resources efficiently.
• A proactive, self-motivated approach to work, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of numeracy, literacy, and proficiency in Microsoft programs.
• Experience with Sparpos systems is an advantage.

Additional Job Information:

• Travel to different sites and occasional overnight stays may be required.
• Evening events may be part of the role.
• Access to a company car may be available.

We offer a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages personal growth and development. As a Business Recruitment Executive, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact in a dynamic, forward-thinking company.

What's in it for you?

• Salary of £35,000 + ability to earn additional bonus
• Use of a company car, phone + laptop
• Holiday, Maternity and Paternity leave and pay in excess of statutory entitlements
• Develop your skills and capability in a highly supportive and multi-diverse culture
• Outstanding Training & Development opportunities
• Gain hands-on experience in a high volume, fast paced environment
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay packages
• Flexible working hours opportunity

Excellent additional benefits package including:

Early access to your pay through EarlyPay

24/7 access to your payslips via HR/Payroll portal

12.5% Staff discount on fresh items & 10% Staff Discount on ambient products in our SPAR stores (ex. Alcohol & Cigarettes)

Wellbeing support access to emotional support, counselling, legal and financial advice

Company Pension Scheme

Company Life Insurance worth 1 x Annual Salary and 6 x Annual Salary with Company Pension Scheme

NEST pension scheme

Extra Holiday - Purchase Scheme

Long Service Awards

Cycle to work scheme

Inclusive environment: as a Disability Confident Committed employer we are dedicated to creating a fair, inclusive workplace for all. We offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

You may have experience in roles such as Business Development Executive, Recruitment Consultant, Sales Executive, Retail Development Manager, Account Manager, Business Acquisition Specialist, etc.

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