Business Development Manager

Manchester Arndale; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking a proactive Business Development professional. In this role, you will be responsible for developing new business opportunities, managing client relationships, and achieving sales targets. Ideal candidates will have a strong sales background, exceptional communication skills, and experience in the facilities management sector. This position offers travel opportunities and the chance to contribute to a collaborative and dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of sales and exceeding targets.
• Experience in data management and research.
• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written forms.

Responsibilities

• Conduct business research via CRM database.
• Contact potential clients to book meetings.
• Lead and close the tender process.

Skills

Influencing

Sales

Communication

Data Management

Teamwork

Tenacity

Job description

About The Company:

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

About The Role:

Days of Working: Monday to Friday

Key responsibilities:

• Business research via CRM database
• Pipeline and prospect base development
• Contacting potential new business clients, understanding their needs with a view to booking meetings
• Meeting and exceeding appointments and sales targets
• Diarising and maintaining up-to-date records on the CRM database
• Building effective relationships with prospective clients and Business Development Teams
• Identifying new business opportunities
• Leading the tender process from start to finish
• Closing the deal in line with the company business governance process
• Working closely with operational colleagues to maximise new business opportunities and retain existing customers in line with the divisional strategy

The ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:

• An ability to influence, encourage confidence and win new business
• A proven track record of sales
• Meeting and exceeding targets
• Experience in data management and research
• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and written
• You are a true team player; you will thrive in a collaborative environment
• You are tenacious, engaging and ambitious
• Previous experience in a Facilities Management Sales working environment
• National role with travel/overnight stays depending on the business needs

How to Apply:

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We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.