Business Development Manager

Mandeville; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Cultural harmony

Sustainability & charity

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Mandeville in London is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth in the hospitality sector, focusing on hotels, restaurant chains, venues and travel partners. The role offers a £70-90k package, car allowance and bonus, with hybrid working.

You will identify opportunities, build relationships with key stakeholders, develop sales strategies and collaborate with marketing and product teams to align goals. Travel will be required to meet clients and attend industry events.

Qualifications

• Proven BDM experience in hospitality.
• Track record of meeting/exceeding sales targets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel to meet clients and attend events.

Responsibilities

• Identify and target new business opportunities within hospitality sector.
• Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve targets.
• Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders.
• Conduct market research on industry trends and competition.
• Present and promote products/services to potential clients.
• Collaborate with marketing/product teams to align sales goals.
• Provide excellent customer service to ensure client satisfaction and retention.
• Prepare and deliver sales reports, forecasts and performance analyses.

Job description

Business Development Manager: £70-90k (dependant on experience) & car allowance & bonus. Hybrid working.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and become a part of a rapidly expanding dynamic family business that prides itself on an exceptional culture and unwavering values? If so, maybe this exciting Business Development Manager role is for you.

Our client isn't just a company; they're a close-knit family. Their journey began with a passion for providing the freshest produce to their customers while upholding strong values of integrity, teamwork, and community engagement. Culture remains at the heart of everything they do and having witnessed remarkable growth over the years they are looking to further strengthen the commercial team with the addition of a Business Development Manager to operate within the hospitality channel with a key focus on hotels, restaurant chains, venue & travel.

The Role:

Your responsibilities will encompass:

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and target new business opportunities within the hospitality sector.
• Develop and implement effective sales strategies to achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders in the industry.
• Conduct market research to stay updated on industry trends and competitive landscape.
• Present and promote our products and services to potential clients through effective sales presentations and negotiations.
• Collaborate with the marketing and product development teams to align sales strategies with company goals.
• Provide exceptional customer service to ensure client satisfaction and retention.
• Prepare and deliver accurate sales reports, forecasts, and performance analysis.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Business Development Manager or similar role in the hospitality sector.
• Strong track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in using CRM software and other sales tools.
• Willingness to travel as needed to meet clients and attend industry events.

What's In It for You?

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and bonus structure that reflects your contributions to our ongoing success.
• Cultural Harmony: Experience a supportive and inclusive culture that treats you like family and values your well-being.
• Sustainability and Charity: Be part of a company that's making a positive impact on the environment and society through sustainable practices and charitable endeavours.
• Growth Opportunities: Join us during this exciting phase of significant growth and contribute to shaping our future.