Business Development Manager

Universal Business Team; Baston; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturer is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager who combines office-based duties with regular client visits. The role involves developing new opportunities and nurturing existing accounts in the wastewater treatment sector. Ideal candidates will have a technical sales background and enjoy engaging with customers. Salary ranges from £40,000 to £60,000 depending on experience, along with various benefits including a company car or allowance.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Profit share bonus scheme

Free lunch twice weekly

24 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Qualifications

• Background in wastewater treatment or chemical/industrial liquid handling.
• Experience in B2B sales or business development roles.
• Ability to manage a flexible and mobile role.

Responsibilities

• Visit client sites to understand requirements and recommend solutions.
• Develop and maintain relationships with customers.
• Generate new business in wastewater management.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Strong understanding of fluid handling

Self-starter

Tools

CRM tools

Job description

Overview

Business Development Manager — Location: Office-based in Lincolnshire (with regular UK-wide client site visits). Industry: wastewater treatment / water compliance / food manufacturing. Salary: £40,000 – £60,000 (depending on experience). Benefits: Company car or car allowance, bonus scheme, free lunch twice weekly, 24 days holiday + 8 bank holidays, pension, and more.

A specialist UK manufacturer within the fluid handling and wastewater treatment sector is seeking a dynamic and commercially driven Business Development Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to join a consistently growing business that supports industries including food manufacturing, water compliance, and chemical processing.

The role is suited to someone with a strong technical sales background in wastewater treatment or liquid handling systems, and who enjoys combining office-based work with regular client visits.

The Role

Working as part of the industrial sales team, this position will involve developing new opportunities, nurturing existing accounts, and re-engaging lapsed customers. The focus will be on project-driven industries such as food manufacturing, where managing wastewater from hygiene processes before discharge is critical, as well as working with clients who need compliance support with water discharge regulations.

This is a varied role combining office and field-based responsibilities and would suit someone who thrives on customer interaction and problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Visit client sites to understand requirements and recommend tailored technical solutions
• Develop and maintain relationships with existing, lapsed, and prospective customers
• Generate new business across sectors requiring wastewater and effluent management
• Provide guidance to customers around discharge regulation and water compliance
• Work alongside marketing on product promotions and campaign activity
• Attend industry exhibitions and trade shows to develop new contacts
• Maintain accurate CRM records and produce detailed quotations via ERP system
• Liaise internally to ensure successful handover and project delivery

Qualifications

• Background in wastewater treatment, water compliance, or chemical/industrial liquid handling
• Experience in B2B sales or business development roles
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong understanding of fluid handling in regulated industries such as food manufacturing
• Self-starter with the ability to manage a flexible and mobile role
• Familiarity with CRM tools and quoting systems preferred
• Willing to travel regularly within the UK

Benefits

• £40,000 – £60,000 salary depending on experience
• Company car or car allowance
• Profit share bonus scheme
• Free lunch twice weekly
• 24 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Supportive, family-run working environment
• Opportunity to join a consistently growing UK manufacturer

Interested?
This is an excellent opportunity to step into a role where technical knowledge and customer relationships go hand in hand. Ideal for someone looking for autonomy, variety, and the chance to work with a trusted UK manufacturer in a niche but growing sector.

Apply now to find out more about the role and company.