Business Development Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Business Development Manager to join a growing manufacturing business. This role is focused on driving new business growth, winning new customers and developing long-term commercial partnerships across a range of sectors.

Alongside securing new clients, you will also be responsible for maintaining and growing a small portfolio of key accounts, ensuring customers continue to receive a high level of service and support.

This position would suit a driven sales professional who enjoys the challenge of identifying opportunities, opening doors and converting prospects into long-term customers.

Key Responsibilities

* Identify, target and secure new business opportunities across key markets

* Develop and execute business development strategies to support company growth

* Build relationships with new prospects and decision-makers

* Conduct sales meetings, presentations and site visits where required

* Manage the full sales cycle from initial contact through to contract award

* Maintain and develop a portfolio of existing customer accounts

* Work closely with internal teams to ensure customer requirements are met

* Prepare proposals, quotations and commercial agreements

* Monitor market activity and identify opportunities for growth

* Maintain an accurate pipeline and provide regular sales forecasts

About You

* Proven track record in business development, sales or commercial management

* Experience with in manufacturing, engineering or industrial sectors is highly desirable

* Strong networking, negotiation and relationship management skills

* Ability to generate and convert new business opportunities

* Commercially minded with a proactive approach

* Self-motivated and capable of working independently

* Full UK driving licence