BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Business Development Manager to drive growth in the education sector. This role offers the opportunity to develop strategies for acquiring and retaining customers while working on bids and tenders. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in sales, particularly within the education sector, and will thrive in a dynamic, people-focused environment. With a competitive salary and a supportive company culture, this position is perfect for someone looking to make a significant impact in a collaborative team atmosphere.

Benefits

Hybrid or electric company car

Flexible work environment

Supportive company culture

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a sales-driven role with a focus on new business development.
• Experience managing bids and tenders in the education sector is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business opportunities within the education sector.
• Create strategies to acquire new customer accounts and establish revenue streams.

Skills

Sales-driven

Business Development

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

3+ years in sales

Experience in education sector

Job description

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Business Development Manager, Leeds, West Yorkshire

Client:

BMS Performance

Location:

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

26.03.2025

Expiry Date:

10.05.2025

Job Description:

Business Development Manager

Location: North of the UK, advantageous to be based with good access to M1, M6, M62, A1

• Selling specialist school wear into the education sector
• Field-based role in the North of the UK; hybrid/electric car
• £40,000 - £50,000 salary plus generous benefits package

Business Development Manager - The Role:

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Business Development Manager to join one of the country's leading school wear providers. You will play a key role in driving new business growth within the education sector and developing strategies to acquire and retain customers. This role will involve in-depth work on bids and tenders, as well as identifying and capitalising on new revenue streams. If you are a proactive and results-driven sales professional, this is the ideal opportunity to take your career to the next level.

Business Development Manager - Key Responsibilities:

• Develop new business opportunities, with a focus on the education environment, including working closely on bids and tenders.
• Create and execute strategies to acquire new customer accounts, fostering proactive collaborations.
• Identify and establish new revenue streams to drive growth.
• Maintain a focus on building strong, lasting relationships with clients.

Business Development Manager - What We're Looking For:

• A minimum of 3 years' experience in a sales-driven role, with a proven track record in new business development.
• Experience within the education sector is highly advantageous, particularly in managing bids and tenders.
• Demonstrated success in developing new business and delivering results.
• A proactive, analytical approach to identifying opportunities and driving results.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, capable of working autonomously while being part of a hands-on, accountable team.

Business Development Manager - Company Culture:

• People-focused, flexible, and supportive work environment.
• Collaborative team atmosphere with autonomy and accountability.
• A dynamic and hands-on approach, where your contributions are recognised and valued.

Business Development Manager - The Package:

• Salary between £40,000 and £50,000, depending on experience.
• Hybrid or electric company car.
• Additional benefits to enhance your work-life balance and career growth.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, growing company where your sales expertise can make a real difference. If you have a passion for new business development and thrive in a flexible, people-centred environment, we want to hear from you!