Business Development Manager

Interaction Recruitment; Huntingdonshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment is seeking a Sales & Business Development Manager for an office-based role near St Ives, Cambridgeshire. You will lead a busy sales function in a growing manufacturing business, driving growth and building strong client relationships.

You will work with the General Manager to develop opportunities, manage a sales team, and help the company hit ambitious commercial targets. The role offers stability, a clear career path and long-term development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow existing customer accounts while securing new business.
• Identify new markets and commercial opportunities.
• Lead and manage the sales process from enquiry to order.
• Monitor sales performance, forecasts and profitability.
• Ensure accurate costing, quotations and sales reporting.
• Manage and develop the sales team.
• Work closely with senior management to support the company’s growth strategy.
• Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.

Job description

Sales & Business Development Manager

Location: Outskirts of St Ives, Cambridgeshire

Salary: £40,000–£45,000 per annum

Office based role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Sales & Business Development Manager to lead a busy sales function within a growing manufacturing business.

Working closely with the General Manager, you will be responsible for driving sales growth, developing customer relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and leading the sales team to achieve ambitious commercial targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and grow existing customer accounts while securing new business.
• Identify new markets and commercial opportunities.
• Lead and manage the sales process from enquiry to order.
• Monitor sales performance, forecasts and profitability.
• Ensure accurate costing, quotations and sales reporting.
• Manage and develop the sales team.
• Work closely with senior management to support the company’s growth strategy.
• Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.

About You

You will have proven experience in sales management and business development, ideally within a manufacturing or engineering environment. You will be commercially minded, customer focused, and confident leading a team while building strong client relationships.

What We Offer

• Salary of £40,000–£45,000, depending on experience.
• Opportunity to play a key role in a growing business.
• Supportive management team.
• Long‑term career development opportunities.