Business Development Manager

Pertemps; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Business Development Manager to handle a portfolio of commercial bulk customers across the North East Region. This role requires strong B2B sales experience and offers a competitive salary with commission potential. The successful candidate will work in a hybrid model, spending 3 days in the field and 2 days working from home. Excellent negotiation skills and a full UK driving license are essential for this position.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Commission up to £80K OTE

Career development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Strong experience in B2B sales and account management.
• Excellent negotiation and closing skills.
• Comfortable working independently in a field-based role.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage a portfolio of commercial bulk gas accounts.
• Deliver sales targets including volume, revenue, and gross margin.
• Develop a pipeline of new business opportunities.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Account management

Negotiation skills

Organisational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

Job Title: Business Development Manager
Salary: Up to £40K base + Up to £40K commission
Location: Field-based (North East Region)
Hybrid: 3 days field base, 2 days WFH

The Opportunity:

We’re looking for a proactive and results-driven Business Development Manager to join our client's sales team in the gas and energy sector. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual to take full responsibility for a portfolio of commercial bulk customers across a defined UK territory.

As a Business Development Manager, around 80% of your focus will be on generating new business, with the remaining 20% dedicated to managing and growing existing accounts. You'll be at the forefront of identifying new opportunities, building strong client relationships, and driving revenue through strategic sales initiatives.

This role is ideal for a skilled Business Development Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, field-based environment and is passionate about delivering results.

If you have proven B2B sales experience and the ambition to make a measurable impact, we want to hear from you!!

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and manage a portfolio of commercial bulk gas accounts, ensuring customer satisfaction, retention, and growth.
• Deliver sales targets include volume, revenue, gross margin, lead conversion, re-contracting, and additional revenue (e.g. non-gas services).
• Lead on strategic and tactical account planning across your region.
• Develop a pipeline of new business opportunities and drive contract renewals.
• Monitor pricing and implement annual RPI inflation increases.
• Attend industry events and act as a brand ambassador for the business.
• Regularly monitor and report on competitor activity.
• Liaise with cross-functional support teams to ensure seamless customer delivery.
• Ensure accurate CRM and sales reporting using company tools (e.g., DCF, CPI).
• Champion safety, compliance, and industry best practice at all times.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong experience in B2B sales and account management.
• Commercially astute with excellent negotiation and closing skills.
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise workload and manage time
• A technical mindset and understanding of LPG or similar energy sectors (desirable).
• Comfortable working independently in a field-based role across multiple UK regions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and internal pricing tools.
• A full UK driving license is essential.

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive salary + commission (up to £80K OTE)
• Career development in a leading energy brand
• Hybrid working (majority home/field-based)
• Performance and KPI-based rewards
• Supportive team culture and development pathway

If this sounds like a role that fits what you’re looking for, click apply now!!