Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

£45K - £50K, £70K OTE per annum

North of England - Field Based

Our client is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to join their team. You will play a key role in driving growth by identifying, developing, and securing new business opportunities across their target markets within the North of England. You will focus on generating sustainable revenue and profitability, strengthening their market position, and helping expand the company’s footprint in key sectors. You will:

Achieve monthly and annual sales targets as agreed with management

Identify and pursue new business opportunities, including untapped markets, growth areas, strategic partnerships, and existing smaller customers

Re-engage and develop relationships with customers from the company’s existing database

Build and maintain strong business relationships with key decision-makers and influencers

Generate a qualified pipeline of leads and proactively engage with prospective customers

Develop a thorough understanding of the company’s products and services, providing informed advice and tailored solutions to clients

Negotiate pricing and prepare quotes and proposals in line with corporate policies

Conduct effective client meetings (in-person, phone, or video) to understand customer needs and propose appropriate solutions

Collaborate across departments to ensure smooth onboarding and account handovers

Contribute to regional strategy, focusing on growth, profitability, and operational efficiency

Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments within the sector

Prepare and present sales forecasts, performance reports and market analysis to senior management

The ideal candidate will

Have experience conducting site surveys and developing tailored, solution-based proposals

Be technically minded, able to grasp and communicate product details effectively

Have exceptional organisation, time management, and progress reporting skills

Be a confident communicator and presenter, able to build rapport at all levels

Be highly detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively

Have excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

Have proven experience generating new business across sectors such as End Users, Retail, Healthcare, FM, Local Authorities, Façade/Aluminium Fabricators, System Integrators, Main Contractors, and Specialist Subcontractors

Have an engaging and persuasive presentation style with the ability to influence decision-makers

Have good working knowledge within Microsoft Dynamics CRM or similar systems

Ideally have a background in technical sales

Have a full UK driving licence

Benefits include parking on site, 25 days holiday, car allowance + BH & company pension.