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Akura is a leading construction and property development company providing industrial property solutions to owner-occupiers, developers, and investors. Operating for over 45 years, we''ve built our reputation on quality, on-time delivery, and innovative design.We are a family-owned company with a progressive values-based culture, a healthy pipeline of work and big plans for future growth. Our unique product offering supports our clients across the full construction cycle, from architectural and structural design, in-house manufacturing of structural steel and precast concrete panels, through to on-site teams and project management.The result? Top-shelf Industrial Space.About The RoleAre you a confident communicator with a natural drive for sales and lead generation?Akura is on the hunt for a New Business Coordinator to join our energetic team in Bathurst. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on the phone, enjoys the chase of finding new leads, and plays a key role in driving sales growth.Working closely with the Head of Sales and Marketing, youll be at the frontline of our business development efforts making outbound calls, qualifying leads, setting appointments, and following up with prospects across the Eastern Seaboard. Youll engage directly with investors, developers, builders, and owner-occupiers, helping to fill the pipeline for our sales team and ensuring no opportunity is missed.This role is fast-paced, phone-heavy, and results-driven perfect for someone who enjoys being persistent, persuasive, and personable. Youll also help coordinate follow-ups and support broader sales and marketing activities, but your main focus will be cold calling, lead generation, and driving conversions.If youre proactive, target-focused, and want to be part of a growing, high-performing team wed love to hear from you.Key ResponsibilitiesIdentify Marketing Qualified Leads (MQLs) from industry-focused databases.Evaluate MQLs to determine Sales Qualified Leads (SQLs) based on specific criteria.Research and capture key decision-maker details, securing multiple contacts when necessary.Engage with qualified prospects via phone or email to understand project parameters and specific requirements.Conduct outbound cold calls to decision-makers, followed up with targeted emails and relevant information.Lay the foundation for building long-term relationships with prospective customers.Track project timelines and progress consistently, ensuring proactive follow-ups.Determine the right time to transition projects to the Field Sales team for further action.Meet KPIs by generating high-quality leads through effective outbound efforts.Take initiative to build and maintain an updated prospect database.Provide valuable feedback on market trends, customer needs, and project status.Set professional benchmarks in communication and telesales effectiveness.Continuously participate in training to enhance personal and professional skills.Perform additional tasks as directed by management to support broader business objectives.About YouAs the Business Development Coordinator, you will support the team to bring a strong drive to identify opportunities and unlock new possibilities. You will demonstrate a proven track record of building enduring relationships that lead to successful partnerships. You can demonstrate:Experience within a call centre/customer environmentExceptional communication skills, with the ability to be highly organisedA strategic mindset to direct the business into new markets and productsA team player with a can-do attitude and high level of initiative and driveWhat We Offer YouAn exciting opportunity in a growing, market-leading businessOpportunity to grow your career we invest in our peopleA supportive and collaborative team environmentAkura Bonus Scheme is included for this positionInterested?This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Akura team.Alignment with our core values is key so if youve got the right skills and youre reliable, a team player with a can-do attitude, driven to deliver quality outputs and willing to innovate/challenge the status quo, wed love to hear from you.Apply now to start your Akura journey._________________Want to know more?our Careers Page: our YouTube channel to check out our manufacturing facilities and what our Clients and Employees have to say about working with Akura: We respectfully ask that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting unsolicited resumes. Akura will not be liable for any fees associated with such submissions.* As part of our recruitment process, we conduct background checks, which include police and medical assessments, to ensure suitability for the role.Unlock job insightsSalary match Number of applicants Skills matchYour application will include the following questions:Do you have full Australian working rights? Do you have experience in a call centre environment?To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.Researching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr