Business Development Manager

Westwood Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an ambitious Business Development Manager to join a carbon-neutral company in Leeds. This role involves driving growth within the commercial waste sector, building long-term client relationships, and identifying new business opportunities. Candidates should have a strong background in field sales or business development, ideally within the waste management industry, and a passion for sustainability. The position offers a salary up to £35,000, with first-year earnings potential of £50,000, alongside a company car and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Company car and expenses

Supportive team culture

Clear progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development, field sales, or account management.
• Strong understanding of the waste management industry, especially commercial waste.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth in the commercial waste sector across Bradford and West Yorkshire.
• Identify new business opportunities in the commercial waste market.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.

Skills

Business development

Field sales

Relationship-building

Negotiation skills

Communication

Job description

Business Development Manager – Commercial Waste

Location : Leeds

Salary: Up to £35,000 basic, realistic first-year OTE £50,000, plus company car and uncapped commission

We’re working with a forward-thinking, carbon-neutral business that provides innovative waste management solutions across the UK. They’re looking for an ambitious and motivated Business Development Manager with a solid understanding of the waste industry to join their growing team, covering the Leeds area.

This is a great opportunity for a confident and driven salesperson with strong business development or field sales experience within, or directly linked to, the waste management sector. To succeed in this role, you’ll need a clear understanding of commercial waste processes, customer challenges, and industry standards. If you’re commercially minded, passionate about sustainability, and motivated by building long-term client partnerships, this could be an excellent next step.

The Role

As a Business Development Manager, you’ll be responsible for driving growth in the commercial waste sector across Bradford and West Yorkshire. You’ll identify new opportunities, build long-term relationships with clients, and work closely with internal teams to deliver tailored waste management solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities in the commercial waste market
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and prospects
• Conducting market research to identify trends, competitor activity, and growth opportunities
• Preparing and presenting tailored commercial waste proposals
• Representing the business at networking events, trade shows, and industry meetings
• Meeting and exceeding sales targets and contributing to overall business growth

About You

• Proven experience in business development, field sales, or account management
• Essential: a strong understanding of the waste management industry (commercial waste experience highly advantageous)
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills
• Confident, self-motivated, and results-focused
• Passionate about sustainability and making a positive impact
• Full UK driving licence required (company car provided)

What’s on Offer

• Up to £35,000 basic salary
• Realistic first-year earnings of around £50,000 with uncapped commission
• Company car and expenses package
• Supportive team culture focused on personal and professional development
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing, environmentally responsible business