35 hours, 9am 5pm Monday to Friday. Some out of hours work required, including evening and weekends and occasional nights away.

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1 JOB DESCRIPTION Job title: Duration: Hours: Reporting to: Based: Business Development Manager, BAGMA. Permanent 35 hours, 9am 5pm Monday to Friday. Some out of hours work required, including evening and weekends and occasional nights away. Director of BAGMA Birmingham with UK travel as required BAGMA (British Agricultural and Garden Machinery Association) is a trade association within the land based engineering sector with a large membership consisting of Agricultural and Garden Machinery Dealers. We offer membership services, lobbying, industry representation and industry specific training to our members. We are a division of the British Independent Retailers Association (bira). We are seeking to recruit a capable and ambitious individual to support the Director of BAGMA in the running of BAGMA, the development of new business and support for existing business, office and general operations. GENERAL PURPOSE OF ROLE To further develop BAGMA s business and income streams. To deputise for the Director of BAGMA as required This role is designed to provide support for the Director of BAGMA in the daily operations and functions of BAGMA and provide more opportunity for BAGMA to develop its business portfolio and increase income streams. The role will be measured, in part, by agreed KPi s which will be set out and agreed with the successful candidate. Part of this role will include the preparation and maintenance of reports necessary to carry out the functions of the department. Periodic reports for management, as necessary or requested, to track strategic goal accomplishment. Communicate regularly with other managers, the director, vice president, president, and other designated contacts within the group organization and externally with industry stake holders. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (NOT EXHAUSTIVE) 1. Deputising for the Director of BAGMA 2. Membership recruitment and promotion of BAGMA and bira services 3. Business development 4. Project management

2 5. Work closely with RMM s to ensure the promotion of BAGMA membership and services 6. Industry liaison including trade associations, representing BAGMA and bira at industry meetings 7. Field sales across whole of UK 8. European travel on occasion to attend meetings, events and exhibitions. 9. Attending trade shows 10. Liaise with government departments and contribute to discussions relating to legislation, transport issues and health and safety issues. 11. Providing technical advice, support and guidance to members 12. Advise members on Training, development and education 13. Regular communication with internal departments throughout the Association. 14. Any other duties which may be required from time to time consistent with the role outlined. 15. Actively support effective communication practices within your work and promote and maintain good teamwork. 16. Be aware of and comply with the rules relating to your employment as detailed in the bira staff handbook. 17. Be aware of and comply with the Health & Safety regulations of bira. 18. Be aware of and comply with the Fire Regulations within bira s offices. 19. To actively support the Equal Opportunities Policy of bira.

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4 Person Specification BAGMA Business Development Manager Criteria Essential Desirable Qualifications 1. A good standard of education including Maths and Experience English 1. Demonstrable and proven experience of telephone and face to face selling 2. Extensive administration experience 3. Demonstrable experience of developing good working internal and external relationships. 4. Knowledge and experience in business, supervision, and management. 1. Previous experience in training and education 2. An understanding of mechanical systems and agricultural machinery Skills/Abilities 1. The ability to build strong, trust-based relationships with internal and external stakeholders 2. Demonstrated knowledge of basic economic, budgeting, and accounting principles and practices. 3. Excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment. Must include knowledge of Excel and all Microsoft Office packages. 4. Better than average written and spoken communication skills. 5. Excellent organizational management skills. 6. Pleasant and polite telephone manner 7. Attention to detail 8. Ability to work on own initiative and at times, unsupervised 9. Knowledge of UK training and Education

5 Personal Attributes and Characteristics Additional Requirements 1. A competitive nature and a drive to excel 2. Strong self-motivation, a goal orientation and a positive, proactive approach 3. Confident 4. Self-motivated 5. Enthusiastic and positive attitude 6. A willingness to be flexible 7. A team player 1. Willing and able to travel independently in and around the UK 2. Full UK driving licence Previous experience of work related travel is preferable.