Business Development Manager

JR United Kingdom; Colchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Business Development Manager, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of innovative water purification solutions. This exciting position offers the chance to manage global distributor networks and create new business opportunities with humanitarian organizations. Ideal candidates will be self-motivated, organized, and comfortable engaging with diverse stakeholders. With a competitive salary and the potential for uncapped commission, this role promises a dynamic work environment that encourages growth and impact. If you are ready to make a difference, this opportunity awaits you!

Qualifications

• Experience in a sales role, preferably at the first or second level.
• Strong account management skills with NGOs and international organizations.

Responsibilities

• Manage global distributor network and build relationships.
• Develop new business with humanitarian organizations and NGOs.

Skills

Sales Experience

Account Management

RFP Response

Business Development

Interpersonal Skills

Financial Acumen

Flexibility

Tools

HubSpot

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Business Development Manager, Colchester

Location: Colchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Icon LifeSaver is acknowledged as a world leader in portable water purification. Our microbiological water purifiers remove 99.99% of contaminants, including viruses, bacteria, cysts, parasites, and microplastics from water. We utilize ultra-filtration (UF) technology that requires no electricity or chemicals. Our products are popular among outdoor enthusiasts—campers, hikers, trekkers, preppers, and off-grid living advocates—as well as global humanitarian organizations involved in disaster recovery and emergency preparedness, governments, military, and emergency services. We transform contaminated water into clean, drinkable water instantly! https://iconlifesaver.com/

Based in Marks Tey, Colchester, we are seeking a Business Development Manager to join our team. This exciting role involves shaping the future of LifeSaver as the company advances its growth strategy. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated, quick learner, eager to make an impact. They should be highly organized, capable of managing a dynamic workload, and comfortable working with internal and external stakeholders.

The key responsibilities include:

1. Managing the existing global distributor network across North America, Japan, and Europe—building relationships, conducting regular reviews, processing orders, and providing support.
2. Developing new direct business with global humanitarian organizations, including NGOs, foundations, the UN, and others.
3. Creating new B2B opportunities for retail sales and distribution in the UK and other regions.
4. Responding to inbound business inquiries.
5. Monitoring and responding to complex RFIs, RFQs, and tender opportunities.
6. Collaborating with the Head of Marketing to develop innovative lead generation campaigns.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience in a sales role, preferably at the first or second level.
• Strong account management skills.
• Experience with NGOs, UKAid, UN, USAid, etc.
• Experience responding to complex RFPs.
• Strategic and creative new business development skills.
• Global experience is preferred.
• Flexibility to work across global time zones.
• Financial acumen.
• Experience with CRM platforms like HubSpot.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a small team.
• Quick understanding of technical products.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Tenacity, persistence, and hard work.
• Ability to meet demanding deadlines.

The salary range is £40,000–£50,000 depending on experience, plus uncapped commission. The role requires working in the Colchester office three days a week, with some international travel possible.