Business Development Manager (Cleaning Services)
Location: Manchester
Salary Details: £55,000 - £60,000 per year + Company Car + Commission
We're recruiting for a top national provider of commercial cleaning solutions across the UK who are seeking a Business Development Manager. This key role focuses on fuelling business growth by generating high-quality leads and securing long-term contracts. The successful candidate will partner with operational teams to ensure exceptional service delivery and support the company's expansion in the cleaning services industry.
Key Duties - Business Development Manager
- Create and implement a strategic sales plan targeting the cleaning services market, consistently meeting or surpassing personal sales goals by generating high-quality leads across commercial, industrial, and public sectors.
- Lead the development of customized cleaning solutions, managing tender submissions, pricing strategies, and commercial negotiations to ensure competitive offerings that align with client needs and company values.
- Work closely with marketing on lead generation initiatives and collaborate with operational teams to ensure smooth service transitions and alignment with business growth objectives.
- Promote the company at industry events, trade shows, networking functions, and on social media, establishing the business as a trusted and innovative leader in cleaning services.
- Track and report weekly sales activities and pipeline performance, ensuring transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement through accurate sales process adherence.
Qualifications & Skills - Business Development Manager
- Demonstrated experience in business development or sales within cleaning, facilities management, or similar service industries.
- Deep knowledge of commercial cleaning solutions and client requirements across diverse sectors.
- Outstanding communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Proficiency in managing extended sales cycles and complex tender processes.
- Familiarity with CRM systems and sales reporting tools.
- Self-driven, results-focused, and adaptable to a fast-paced, evolving market.
What We Offer - Business Development Manager
- Opportunity to operate at a director level.
- A people-centric culture that prioritizes your wellbeing, growth, and success.
- Competitive salary with a performance-based bonus structure and clear career progression opportunities.
- Autonomy and trust to lead, innovate, and make a tangible impact in a high-growth, service-driven organization.
- Collaborative environment with experienced, supportive colleagues across specialized sectors.
- Generous pension contributions.
For more information on this role, please contact Andrew Haddon on (phone number removed) or send a copy of your CV to (url removed)