Business Development Manager

OA; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing company seeks a driven Business Development Manager to oversee the South East England and London territories. This role involves sales growth, client relationship management, and executing strategic business plans, suited for experienced B2B sales professionals, particularly within the Cable or Wholesale industries.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus plan

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme services

Qualifications

• Proven track record in B2B field sales, particularly in Cable or Wholesale.
• Ability to generate leads and close deals.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow sales within the designated territory.
• Build long-term relationships with clients and contractors.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and deliver CPD training.

Skills

B2B field sales

Relationship building

Lead generation

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Tools

CRM systems

Digital sales tools

LinkedIn

Job description

Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours a week

Remote Position

• Discretionary bonus plan
• X2 Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme services

An excellent opportunity has now arisen for a driven Field Based Business Development Manager to join a fast growing client to cover the South East England / London area.

Duties of a Business Development Manager:

• Own and grow sales within a defined territory, consistently meeting and exceeding monthly, quarterly, and annual targets.
• Build strong, long-term relationships with contractors and clients through professional, solution-focused engagement.
• Develop and execute a focused business development plan in collaboration with the wider sales and marketing teams.
• Schedule and manage a robust field-based diary
• Maintain CRM records with accurate updates on quotes, meetings, activities, and next steps.
• Partner with inside sales colleagues to ensure consistent follow-up and conversion from quote to order.
• Negotiate pricing and service agreements intelligently with sales management support.
• Identify and communicate market trends, competitor activity, and customer feedback to inform strategy.
• Deliver CPD training to customers and support their learning with accredited certification.
• Participate in regular reporting and review with Sales Managers
• Adhere to Health & Safety and Quality Management procedures

What we would like from you:

• Proven B2B field sales track record within Cable OR Wholesale Industry
• Understands the contractor landscape, decision-making processes, and procurement cycles.
• Ability to generate and convert leads, nurture relationships, and close deals.
• Confident presenting at all levels, from site personnel to senior buyers.
• Knowledge of technical products within cables and accessories
• Uses CRM systems effectively and is comfortable with digital sales tools and LinkedIn
• Full UK driving licence

If you are interested in this role, please apply below with your most recent CV.

Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, which is being advertised by OA Group, who are acting as an employment agency / business. Your application will be considered in competition with others and we will contact you within 3 working days.