Sales & Business Development Manager

Sales & Business Development Manager

Location:

North of Bedford (Transport Essential)

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 (£65k+ OTE)

Our client, a fast-growing and award‑recognised supplier, is seeking an experienced Sales & Business Development Manager to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven sales professional who thrives in a busy but supportive office environment and is passionate about delivering outstanding customer satisfaction. The role offers strong career development, rewards performance, and provides a positive and engaging workplace culture.

• Establishing and growing the branch customer base
• Maximising sales and profitability across timber and building products
• Building and maintaining strong, long‑term customer relationships
• Managing sales activity and projects through a CRM system
• Utilising strong timber and joinery product knowledge to support customers

• Experience selling into the timber, merchant, or construction market
• Strong background in sales management and account development
• Essential experience within the timber sector
• Proactive, organised, and commercially focused
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
• Due to the location, a full UK driving licence is required.

• OTE: £65,000+ - Competitive commission package and structured bonus scheme
• Car allowance and private healthcare
• Clear career progression and management development opportunities
• Generous holiday allowance plus Christmas shutdown
• Regular social staff events

Please note that at times due to the volume of applications we may not be able to respond to each person individually. If you do not hear from us within 7 days we're sorry you have not been successful this time. Please do not let this stop you applying for other positions you may be suitable for. Good Luck!

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