Graduate Business Development Executive

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Company Description:

We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Our brand promise - when you need to be sure - underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.
Health & Nutrition Life Science- SGS's Life Sciences services support the pharmaceutical, biotech, and healthcare sectors with expert testing, clinical research, auditing, and certification-ensuring product safety, quality, and regulatory compliance from development to market

Job Description:

* Role: Graduate BDE
* Job Type: Permanent
* Location: Deeside, office based
* Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am-5:30pm
* Salary: £30k-£35k, depending on level of experience
Kickstart Your Career in Pharma Sales!
Are you a recent graduate with a scientific, business or marketing degree looking to break into the pharmaceutical industry? Join SGS Deeside, a global leader in pharmaceutical testing and analytical services, and help us connect with the world's leading pharma and life sciences companies.
What You'll Do
* Identify and qualify new sales opportunities within the pharma sector.
* Engage with customers to understand their needs and promote SGS services.
* Prepare professional proposals and presentations.
* Maintain an accurate sales pipeline in our CRM system.
* Achieve sales targets and contribute to revenue growth.
* Collaborate with colleagues to deliver exceptional customer support.
Why This Role Is Perfect for Graduates
* Structured Training & Development: Learn the fundamentals of sales and the pharma industry.
* Industry Exposure: Work with global pharma leaders and gain insight into cutting-edge research.
* Transferable Skills: Build expertise in sales, data analysis, CRM, and client management.
* Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals across the life sciences sector.

Qualifications:

We're looking for someone motivated, excited to start their career, and eager to build their commercial awareness.
* Degree in a Business, Scientific or Marketing discipline.
* Commercial awareness.
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
* Research and data analysis ability.
* Full, clean UK driving licence.

Additional Information:

At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:
* Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
* Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
* Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
* Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
* Retailer Discounts
* Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
* Length of Service Awards
* Christmas Vouchers
* Health & Wellbeing initiatives
* An additional day off for your birthday
* Discounted Gym Membership
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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