Business Development Manager

TRADEBE; Sunderland; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the chemical recycling sector is seeking a Business Development Manager based in Sunderland. The role involves establishing relationships with key decision-makers and managing commercial activities to drive business growth. Candidates should have a strong background in the chemical industry, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to innovate in a competitive market.

Qualifications

• Experience in the chemical industry is desirable.
• Proven management success in a commercial environment.
• Background in sales, operations, or engineering.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer requirements and relationships.
• Identify and pursue business opportunities in the chemical sector.
• Provide monthly sector reports and manage a portfolio of Key Accounts.

Skills

Business management

Financial analysis

Relationship management

Effective communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Job description

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Business Development Manager, Sunderland

Client: TRADEBE

Location: Sunderland, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

17.06.2025

Expiry Date:

01.08.2025

Job Description:

Job Req ID: 3499 Date: May 30, 2024 Tradebe Site: Home Based Location: Sunderland, SND, GB

Department: Business Development Business Line: Life Sciences

Business Development Manager

Description:

The role

The person

We offer

Main purpose of job:

To become a supply chain partner with customers from the Target Industry, leading to the generation of business in recycling raw material solvents and product sales opportunities or services through managing all commercial activities within the agreed industry sector(s), with a focus on chemical processes.

To establish direct or indirect relationships with key decision makers, ensuring revenue, margin, and volume targets are achieved in line with company strategy.

To evaluate the sector(s) and identify areas of added-value through innovation, technical, or future investment.

To be a key member of the Business Development team in the UK.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Identify, pursue, close, and manage opportunities, developing methods to achieve a significant position in the sector(s).
• Define Tradebe's product or service offerings to meet sector needs, including proposing new processes, products, or investments.
• Communicate relevant market information internally.
• Manage customer requirements to meet their needs.
• Manage a portfolio of Key Accounts and identify potential customers, defining the commercial action plan.
• Maintain an active sales pipeline through prospection.
• Coordinate with management to set pricing strategies to meet revenue and profitability targets.
• Set and communicate market prices.
• Stay updated on tenders, competitor actions, and client activity.
• Support marketing activities by attending trade shows and conferences.
• Become an expert in the UK sector, understanding customer needs, processes, chemistry, and market trends.
• Manage daily interactions with the front office and customers, organizing logistics and customer needs.
• Promote Tradebe services and maximize opportunities outside the designated sectors.
• Provide monthly sector reports and follow-up with site managers and management.

Home-based with extensive national travel.

Key attributes:

• Ability to manage a national commercial function.
• Experience in managing projects and large cost bases.
• Operational and commercial focus, entrepreneurial mindset.
• Strong business, financial, and relationship management skills.
• Effective communication and influencing skills.
• Ability to work under time constraints.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, Word.
• Professional, positive, self-motivated, and organized.
• Ability to challenge stakeholders to improve profitability.

Personal background/experience required:

• Experience in the chemical industry is desirable.
• Proven management success in a commercial environment, preferably in the target segment.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline.
• Background in sales, operations, or engineering.
• Experience in account management and sales communication.

This job description is not exhaustive; employees may perform other duties as needed.