Business Development Executive - MANDARIN

JOB TITLE: Chinese-Speaking Inside Sales / Business Development Specialist

LOCATION: Swindon, United Kingdom (Hybrid – 3 days in office)

JOB TYPE: Permanent (Full-time)

SALARY: 40K + Performance Bonus

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Fluent English (Essential) + Mandarin Chinese (Essential)

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is a commercially driven Inside Sales / Business Development role focused on supporting and expanding business across the China market.

The position requires a proactive, performance-oriented individual who can manage client relationships, drive new business opportunities, and deliver consistent sales growth within a fast-paced, target-driven environment.

You will act as a key link between international teams and Chinese clients, ensuring smooth communication, strong account management, and efficient sales execution.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Sales & Business Development

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• Develop and grow new business opportunities within the China market
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• Manage inbound and outbound sales activities to drive revenue growth
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• Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline through CRM systems
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• Meet and exceed sales targets and KPIs
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• Identify new industry sectors, customers, and product opportunities
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Account Management

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• Maintain and develop strong relationships with existing clients
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• Act as the key point of contact for assigned customer accounts
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• Deliver high levels of customer service and client satisfaction
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• Identify opportunities for account expansion and upselling
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Sales Operations & Coordination

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• Maintain accurate sales data, pipeline tracking, and customer records in CRM systems
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• Prepare sales reports, forecasts, and performance analysis
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• Support pricing, quotation, and order processing activities
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• Coordinate with internal teams including operations, logistics, and finance
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Market Development & Analysis

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• Analyse market trends, customer needs, and competitor activity
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• Support regional sales strategy and growth initiatives
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• Participate in business development activities, including events and exhibitions when required
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SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Essential:

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• Minimum 3 years of experience in Sales, Business Development, or Account Management
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• Proven track record of achieving or exceeding sales targets
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• Experience working with international markets, ideally China or APAC
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• Strong commercial awareness with a performance-driven mindset
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• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
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• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
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• Experience using CRM systems and sales reporting tools
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• Fluent Mandarin Chinese and strong English communication skills
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Preferred:

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• Degree in Business, Marketing, or a related discipline
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• Experience in B2B sales or technical/commercial industries
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• Understanding of Chinese business culture and working practices
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• Experience working in fast-paced, international environments
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GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

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• Deliver a high standard of professionalism in all client interactions
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• Work collaboratively across departments to achieve business objectives
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• Contribute to continuous improvement of sales processes and operations
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• Support ad hoc projects and tasks as required
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