Job Description

Business Development & Sales Support Executive

Location:

Thurmaston, Leicester (Hybrid - up to 1 day remote after probation)

Salary:

26,000-30,000 + quarterly bonus | OTE 33,000-35,000 - DOE

Reports to:

Key Account Manager

About Speedel

Speedel is a fast-moving, high-performance courier business that delivers time-critical logistics for businesses across the UK, Europe and beyond. From same day shipments to dedicated European road freight and on-board courier services, we're known for our reliability, precision and customer-first approach.

We're growing fast -- and we're looking for someone with energy, intelligence and ambition to grow with us.

About the Role

As a

Business Development & Sales Support Executive

, you'll be right at the centre of our commercial engine -- identifying opportunities, creating connections, and driving conversations that turn into long-term partnerships.

You'll manage and qualify inbound enquiries, build your own pipeline, and lead discovery meetings with small to medium businesses. You'll also support our Key Account Manager with larger accounts, ensuring every lead is followed through and every opportunity is maximised.

This is a hands-on, high-impact role for someone who loves the pace of business development, thrives on achievement, and wants to build a successful career in logistics sales.

What You'll Be Doing

Lead Generation & Qualification

Respond fast and effectively to new enquiries -- you'll often be the first Speedel impression clients get. Research, qualify and nurture prospects into real business opportunities. Keep our CRM sharp, structured and bursting with pipeline activity.

Business Development & Outreach

Proactively identify new business targets and develop a steady flow of fresh opportunities. Engage decision-makers via phone, email, and LinkedIn with confidence and credibility. Maintain a 3-month rolling pipeline that drives consistent results.

Sales Meetings & Client Engagement

Conduct online sales meetings with SMEs and bring Speedel's story to life. Support customer visits alongside our Key Account Manager when required. Represent Speedel's brand with professionalism and enthusiasm in every conversation.

Sales Support & Reporting

Prepare professional proposals, quotes and presentations that stand out. Support account management with proactive follow-ups and client communication. Track your progress and share insights on performance, wins and opportunities for growth.

What You'll Bring

Proven experience in business development, lead generation or inside sales (preferably B2B). Confident communicator who enjoys building relationships and opening doors. Commercially curious -- you understand what makes businesses tick. Highly organised, structured and comfortable juggling multiple priorities. CRM-savvy, tech-literate, and quick to learn. Ambitious, self-motivated, and driven to exceed expectations. Positive, energetic and aligned with Speedel's "move smarter, faster, better" attitude.

What's In It For You

Competitive base salary (26-30K) + quarterly bonus (OTE 33-35K)

Clear progression path

to Sales Executive with commission and career growth built in.

Mentoring & development

from a senior Key Account Manager who'll help you succeed.

Dynamic hybrid working

- up to 1 day remote per week after probation.

High-performance culture

where your contribution directly drives company growth.

33 days holiday (including bank holidays)

.

Collaborative, supportive team

where wins are celebrated and ambition is encouraged.

Why Speedel

This isn't a routine sales support job. It's a chance to join a forward-thinking, growing logistics brand where initiative and impact are valued.
We'll invest in you, challenge you, and give you the tools to grow into a confident, accomplished business development professional.

If you're ready to be part of a team that moves fast, thinks big, and delivers excellence every day -- we'd love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,000.00-30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Flexitime Free parking
Experience:

B2B sales: 3 years (preferred) Customer service: 3 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Location:

Leicester LE4 8DL (preferred)
Work Location: In person