Business Development Manager

Company Description

Are you an experienced sales and business development professional looking to drive profitable growth, gain market share and create future pipeline opportunities within a specific segment or product specialism? We are looking for professional, ambitious and motivated sales professionals who can build existing customer partnerships and forge new business opportunities. This role will work with our Basingstoke Cluster to drive new business into our branches and cement long‑term value added partnerships across dedicated sectors.

• Company Car Scheme
• Performance‑related Bonus Scheme
• Time Off: 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays, with increases over time)
• You can buy and sell holiday each year
• Enhanced parental leave
• Extensive learning opportunities from day one
• Private Medical Insurance / Free virtual GP service, Healthy Mind Champions and more
• Contributory pension scheme and life assurance, staff discounts, exclusive holiday offers and free financial support and education

As a Business Development Manager at Rexel, you will drive profitable growth, gain market share and create future pipeline opportunities within a specific segment or product specialism. This role is pivotal in driving sales, collaborating with branch‑based teams and creating an exceptional customer relationship and service.

• Strategic
  
  Roadmap:
  
  Use data‑driven insights and tools to create a plan to increase market share within a defined geography/segment/specialist product group, identifying potential and long‑term growth opportunities through new offerings, markets or revenue streams.
• Pipeline Management:
  Build and maintain a pipeline of customer partnerships.
• Customer Partnerships:
  Create partnerships and strategic relationships with customers (brands/businesses) for long‑term future opportunities.
• Value Proposition Development:
  Create tailored solutions leveraging preferred suppliers to drive innovation and profitability.
• Pricing and Profitability:
  Govern regional pricing, margins and contract profitability.
• Market Agility:
  Adapt strategies based on market and segment changes for long‑term future growth.
• Multichannel Growth:
  Promote multichannel adoption to innovate customer propositions.
• Customer
  
  Experience:
  
  Ensure exceptional customer experience and OTIF through collaboration with internal end‑to‑end experts to drive new business and successful implementation.
• Team Development:
  Upskill internal teams, ensuring clear account ownership and regular reviews to achieve growth targets.

• Commercial expertise (margin, P&L, cost to serve)
• Influencing and negotiation skills
• Experience with in a business development role with proven results
• Able to make data‑driven decisions to drive strategic plans and growth opportunities
• Strong stakeholder management experience with the ability to collaborate cross‑functionally
• Proven sales experience with the ability to prospect, qualify and close new business
• Extensive knowledge of sales processes and techniques

At Rexel UK, we welcome people from different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives because we know that diversity drives fresh ideas and great results. By coming together as one team, we’re building a high‑performance culture that not only drives success but also creates real value for our customers and communities. Creating an environment where individuality is celebrated and creativity flourishes, we’re making sure everyone feels supported and confident to be their best.