Business Development Manager

Focus 5 Recruitment Ltd; Accrington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive B2B sales in the cosmetics and pharmaceutical sectors. The ideal candidate should have proven B2B sales experience, strong communication and negotiation skills, and be highly organized. Responsibilities include developing sales strategies, managing client relationships, and negotiating contracts. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a growing company and enhance your career in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in B2B Sales or Business Development.
• Results-driven and ambitious individual.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel across the UK.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a sales and marketing strategy.
• Research and identify new markets and customers.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients.
• Manage the full sales cycle.
• Negotiate pricing and contracts.
• Report findings to senior management.

Skills

B2B Sales

Excellent communication

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Job description

Focus 5 Recruitment is excited to be supporting a manufacturing company in the packaging industry working with cosmetics and pharmaceutical supply chain companies in their search for a Business Development Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team and take ownership of driving new B2B sales across the consumer goods sector.

We're looking for a proactive and driven sales professional with a proven track record of closing new business and taking new products to market.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a sales and marketing strategy to increase business growth.
• Research and identify new markets, trends, customers, and partnerships.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients through regular contact and networking.
• Manage the full sales cycle — from initial contact and quotation through to first delivery.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to achieve profitable deals.
• Maintain a clear understanding of customer needs and industry developments.
• Liaise closely with internal departments including Purchasing, Warehousing, and Accounts.
• Attend relevant exhibitions and events to represent the business.
• Prepare forecasts, analyse sales data, and report findings to senior management.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in B2B Sales or Business Development.
• A results-driven, ambitious individual who thrives on achieving targets.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Enthusiastic, proactive, and resilient under pressure.
• Willingness to travel across the UK as required.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.

This is a brilliant opportunity to make your mark within a dynamic, growing organisation — helping shape its next phase of commercial success.

For immediate consideration and further details, please apply ASAP