Business Development Manager

Edwards & Pearce; Kingston upon Hull; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading door manufacturer in the UK is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to drive growth. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sales, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to business development. This role involves expanding into new markets and nurturing client relationships, with potential for uncapped commission. The company offers a competitive salary, company car, and health insurance, along with 28 days holiday including bank holidays.

Benefits

Company Car

28 days holiday

Workplace Pension

Health insurance

Qualifications

• Strong proven background in sales and business development.
• Ability to work independently and travel nationwide.
• Full Driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Expand into new markets and cross-sell products.
• Build and nurture client relationships.
• Promote product offerings among clients.
• Report on progress and market insights.
• Contribute to pioneering new sales territories.

Skills

Sales skills

Business development

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Job description

Overview

Up to £55000pa Plus Commission & Benefits.

We are pleased to be working exclusively with one of the leading door manufacturers in the UK, who also have an international presence. Due to continued success they are looking for an experienced BDM who can produce further growth opportunities along with building & increasing existing accounts.

Responsibilities

• The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated sales professional with a successful history in business development, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a proactive approach to driving growth.
• This role focuses primarily on expanding into new markets and cross-selling new products to existing customers, while also nurturing ongoing client relationships. With an approximate split of 70% dedicated to new business and 30% to existing accounts, you\'ll have the potential to earn uncapped commission through your achievements in these areas.
• Cultivating strong relationships with current customers to stay informed on market developments and evolving needs, enabling you to enhance product offerings and generate additional sales.
• Actively promote awareness of the full range of security doors and related products among both new and existing clients, identify untapped opportunities in emerging markets, and reconnect with former customers who have not placed recent orders.
• Regular reporting to senior management on progress, pipeline, and market insights to support continued growth.
• Contribute to pioneering new sales territories, introducing innovative products, and building lasting customer partnerships.

The Candidate

• A strong proven background in sales and business development.
• Able to work independently with initiative and drive.
• A willingness to travel nationwide.
• Full Driver\'s licence.
• Be able to develop a good working knowledge of the product portfolio.
• Be able to work remotely to research and contact new and existing clients, booking face-to-face meetings where appropriate to develop good working relationships.
• Be able to plan your own meeting schedule to be as efficient as possible.
• Be their representative at trade shows and association meetings.

Benefits

• Salary: up to £55,000 D.O.E plus uncapped comms
• Company Car
• 28 days inclusive of bank holidays
• Workplace Pension with 3% employer contribution
• Health insurance

The Consultancy

Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer.