Business Development Consultant

phs Group plc; Manchester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car / car allowance

Bonus scheme

Pension

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work

Free parking

Learning & development

ILM leadership programmes

Apprenticeships

Job summary

phs Wastekit is seeking a driven Business Development Consultant to grow the customer base across the North West. You will identify opportunities, nurture relationships, and close deals to deliver sustainable growth for the business in the UK.

You will work with the Regional Sales Manager and Field Account Managers to deliver the regional strategy, target new customers, and build a robust sales pipeline with accurate forecasting and professional representation.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in new business development or hunter-style sales.
• Experience delivering against demanding sales and growth targets.
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building abilities.
• CRM experience, ideally Salesforce.
• Proactive, resilient, and highly motivated approach.
• Experience across a large geographical territory.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the regional new business strategy alongside the Regional Sales Manager and wider sales team.
• Identify, target, and win new customers while successfully converting competitor accounts.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to drive territory growth.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of opportunities.
• Accurately forecast sales performance and revenue.
• Represent phs Wastekit professionally in all customer interactions.
• Focus on high-quality sales activity to maximise conversion rates and results.
• Maintain accurate records and activity updates through CRM systems.
• Build strong relationships with key decision-makers across a variety of sectors.

Skills

New business development

Hunter mentality

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Territory management

Negotiation

Relationship building

Target-driven

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Business Development Consultant

Location:North West
Salary: £34,000 Basic Salary | OTE £70,000
Company Car or £5,200 Car Allowance

Join phs Wastekit and Drive Business Growth

Are you a driven, commercially focused sales professional with a passion for winning new business? Do you thrive on identifying opportunities, building relationships, and closing deals?

At phs Wastekit, we're looking for an ambitious Business Development Consultant to help grow our customer base across the North West region. This is an exciting opportunity to join a market-leading organisation and play a key role in delivering sustainable waste management solutions to businesses across the UK.

Working closely with the Regional Sales Manager and Field Account Managers, you'll be responsible for identifying, developing, and securing new business opportunities while building long-term, profitable customer relationships.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Business Development Consultant, you will:

• Deliver the regional new business strategy alongside the Regional Sales Manager and wider sales team.
• Identify, target, and win new customers while successfully converting competitor accounts.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to drive territory growth.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of opportunities.
• Accurately forecast sales performance and revenue.
• Represent phs Wastekit professionally in all customer interactions.
• Focus on high-quality sales activity to maximise conversion rates and results.
• Maintain accurate records and activity updates through CRM systems.
• Build strong relationships with key decision-makers across a variety of sectors.

What We're Looking For

To be successful in this role, you'll have:

• A proven track record in a new business development or hunter-style sales role.
• Experience delivering against demanding sales and growth targets.
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities.
• The ability to identify opportunities and convert them into profitable business.
• Experience managing and developing business across a large geographical territory.
• Strong knowledge of modern sales methodologies.
• CRM experience, ideally using Salesforce (SFDC).
• A proactive, resilient, and highly motivated approach.
• Confidence working in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• Strong personal standards and professionalism.
• The ability to challenge constructively and bring fresh ideas.
• A positive mindset and a genuine drive to succeed.

Desirable Experience

Experience within any of the following sectors would be advantageous:

• Waste Management
• Recycling Solutions
• Machinery Sales
• Industrial Products
• Environmental Services

What You'll Receive in Return

In return for your commitment and expertise, we offer:

• £34,000 basic salary
• Uncapped OTE of £70,000
• Company Car or £5,200 Car Allowance
• Bonus scheme
• 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (31 days total)
• Buy and Sell Holiday Scheme
• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• 24-hour Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Helpline
• Virtual GP service for you and your household
• phs Perks employee discount platform with major retailers and supermarkets
• Free parking
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Accredited ILM leadership programmes
• Apprenticeship opportunities

About phs Wastekit

phs Wastekit is one of the UK's leading providers of waste management equipment and solutions, helping organisations reduce waste costs, improve operational efficiency, and enhance their environmental performance.

Working with customers across retail, hospitality, manufacturing, logistics, and many other sectors, we supply innovative waste handling equipment including balers and compactors that help create cleaner, safer, and more sustainable workplaces.

Find out more at www.phswastekit.co.uk

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At phs Group, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to be their authentic self. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating an environment free from discrimination, where every colleague can succeed.