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Business Development Advisor

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ingrammicro logoIngrammicro · Milton Keynes, UK
Full-timeHybrid1w ago
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Ingram Micro Group touches 90% of the world's technology. We're here to help businesses discover solutions that simplify the complicated world of tech - enabling them to operate more efficiently and successfully in the markets they serve. Ingram Micro is the business behind the world's brands. We are proud to be partnered with some of the best-in-class manufacturers within tech; Apple, Cisco, Dell, HP, Aruba, Microsoft, Dell EMC, AWS, Be your best, working with the best. Managing customer accounts and driving growth, you'll work closely with Ingram Micro's existing customers and vendor partners to build strong relationships, identify new business opportunities, and grow accounts as part of a collaborative and high‑performing team. We have an exciting opportunity to join our General Sales team as a Business Development Advisor. This is an entry‑level role, ideal for someone looking to start or develop a career in business development and sales. You don't need previous sales experience - although if you have some, that's a great advantage. This role would suit someone with experience in retail, customer service, call centre or telesales who enjoys speaking with customers, building relationships, and is motivated by targets and career progression. At Ingram Micro, we have the experience, tools, and training to support your development. We'll teach you the fundamentals of business development, helping you build confidence, commercial awareness, and the skills needed to grow and succeed. What you can expect to be getting up to as an Account Advisor Managing customer accounts and building a strong understanding of their business and goals Developing trusted relationships that support long‑term customer growth Identifying and converting sales opportunities to achieve and exceed targets Managing your pipeline and keeping opportunities accurately updated Positioning Ingram Micro's value proposition to grow customer spend Learning our systems, tools, and vendor programmes to become confident and effective in the role In order to set you up for success, we are looking for the following skills and experience A confident communicator with excellent verbal and written skills Experience in a customer‑facing environment such as sales, call centre, telesales, retail, or customer service Comfortable working as part of a team in a fast‑paced, target‑driven environment Strong PC literacy, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel A proactive mindset with enthusiasm to learn and develop into a subject matter expert An interest in IT or technology and a desire to build a career in sales or business development

Benefits

AXA Health Insurance and Dental Plan Options - available for you and your family through a salary sacrifice schemeRising holiday allowance at Year 2 and Year 5Birthday day offEmployee Referral Bonus - help us grow our team and get rewarded for introducing great talent.Employee discounts and wellness perksModern offices with breakout spaces, free tea and coffee, and a private wellness roomDevelopment opportunities with clear career progression and trainingYou don't need to meet every requirement to apply. We value diverse backgrounds and experiences, and many of our most successful associates have taken non‑traditional career paths. If you feel this role aligns with your skills and interests, we'd love to hear from you.We Are Ingram MicroMake an application to join the team!None of this is achievable without great people, with a complete customer focus.If this sounds like the opportunity for you then please apply by sending a copy of your most recent CV.Health insuranceDental insurancePerformance bonus

Additional Information

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! Job Description: Business Development Adviso r - Entry Level Location: Office based in Milton Keynes - Hybrid


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