Business Development Manager

Manpower UK; Livingston; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower UK in Livingston is recruiting a Business Development Manager to identify and develop new opportunities, build relationships with prospective clients, and drive revenue growth in FM / Telecoms / Power / Drainage / Water / EV sectors. You will manage the full sales cycle, tailor proposals, coordinate with internal teams, and report on pipeline and forecast.

The role suits someone with proven B2B sales, strong communication, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development or sales roles, ideally within a B2B environment.
• Experienced selling within national or large client links FM / Telecoms / Power / Drainage / Water / EV
• Strong consultative selling skills with the ability to understand customer challenges and propose solutions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with confidence in presenting to decision-makers.
• Demonstrable ability to build and manage a sales pipeline, including accurate forecasting.
• Strong negotiation skills, with a track record of closing deals and managing commercial discussions.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Competent in CRM systems and sales reporting to maintain pipeline visibility and performance tracking.
• Strong organisational skills, including attention to detail when preparing proposals and documentation.
• Relevant qualification in Business, Sales, Marketing, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Sales training or certification (for example, a recognised sales qualification) is desirable.
• Technical aptitude to quickly understand products/services and translate them into customer value.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and manage new business opportunities to drive revenue growth.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective clients through a consultative approach.
• Develop and execute sales strategies aligned with company targets and market opportunities.
• Conduct market research to understand customer needs, competitor activity, and emerging trends.
• Manage the full sales cycle, from initial outreach and qualification through to proposal and close.
• Prepare and present sales proposals, ensuring solutions are tailored to customer requirements.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure smooth delivery of agreed solutions and customer outcomes.
• Track sales activity, pipeline performance, and forecast accuracy, reporting progress as required.
• Attend meetings, networking events, and industry gatherings to strengthen brand presence.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of sales processes and lead generation activities.

Skills

B2B sales

Consultative selling

Forecasting & pipeline

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Independent work

CRM proficiency

Communication

Education

Business/Sales/Marketing degree

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Join a forward-thinking organisation based in Livingston, where ambition is matched with practical delivery. Our client is building strong, long-term relationships with customers and partners in FM / Telecoms / Power / Drainage / Water / EV sectors and are looking for a Business Development Manager who enjoys turning opportunities into measurable growth. If you’re motivated by consultative selling, enjoy working with stakeholders, and want to make a real impact in a growing business, this role offers the platform to do exactly that.

Job Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and manage new business opportunities to drive revenue growth.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective clients through a consultative approach.
• Develop and execute sales strategies aligned with company targets and market opportunities.
• Conduct market research to understand customer needs, competitor activity, and emerging trends.
• Manage the full sales cycle, from initial outreach and qualification through to proposal and close.
• Prepare and present sales proposals, ensuring solutions are tailored to customer requirements.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure smooth delivery of agreed solutions and customer outcomes.
• Track sales activity, pipeline performance, and forecast accuracy, reporting progress as required.
• Attend meetings, networking events, and industry gatherings to strengthen brand presence.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of sales processes and lead generation activities.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development or sales roles, ideally within a B2B environment.
• Experienced selling within national or large client links FM / Telecoms / Power / Drainage / Water / EV
• Strong consultative selling skills with the ability to understand customer challenges and propose solutions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with confidence in presenting to decision-makers.
• Demonstrable ability to build and manage a sales pipeline, including accurate forecasting.
• Strong negotiation skills, with a track record of closing deals and managing commercial discussions.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Competent in CRM systems and sales reporting to maintain pipeline visibility and performance tracking.
• Strong organisational skills, including attention to detail when preparing proposals and documentation.
• Relevant qualification in Business, Sales, Marketing, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Sales training or certification (for example, a recognised sales qualification) is desirable.
• Technical aptitude to quickly understand products/services and translate them into customer value.