Business Development Manager

Diamond Search Recruitment Ltd; Wrotham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped Commission

OTE £38k–£40k+

Job summary

Diamond Search Recruitment Ltd is seeking a results-driven Business Development Manager to drive new B2B opportunities from a largely cold desk. You will own the full sales cycle from prospecting to close and develop key client relationships.

The role is office-based in Wrotham, Kent, offering a basic salary with uncapped commission and an OTE of £38,000–£40,000+. Interviews begin the week of 14 September. A dynamic, high-growth environment awaits a motivated salesperson eager to make an impact.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in B2B sales and new business development.
• Outbound calling and prospecting experience.
• Ability to build relationships from scratch and manage pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Generate new B2B opportunities through proactive outbound prospecting.
• Build and manage a pipeline from a predominantly cold desk.
• Prepare proposals, quotations and pricing; negotiate with decision-makers.
• Develop newly won accounts to maximise repeat business and referrals.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and follow up consistently.

Skills

B2B sales

Outbound prospecting

CRM proficiency

Negotiation

Relationship building

Pipeline management

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Business Development Manager – B2B Sales

Location: Wrotham, Kent

Salary: Up to £30,000 basic + uncapped commission

OTE: £38,000–£40,000++

Working pattern: Full-time, office-based

Interviews: Week commencing 14 September – face-to-face

Start date: As soon as possible / following week

Diamond Search are delighted to represent our client, an exciting and growing business!

The Opportunity

Are you a proactive B2B salesperson who thrives on winning new business from a cold desk?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing business at an important stage of its growth.

The business has grown from starting in a shed to generating around £1.3m turnover in less than three years, and the ambition is to continue scaling. You will join a small, energetic sales team and have the opportunity to make a genuine impact.

"This is how I’m going to build my pipeline, win new clients and grow the business."

You will be responsible for proactively identifying and winning new B2B customers, developing relationships and turning prospects into long-term, repeat clients.

What You'll Be Doing

• Generate new B2B opportunities through proactive outbound prospecting
• Build your own pipeline from a predominantly cold desk
• Make calls, send targeted emails and connect with prospective decision-makers
• Qualify prospects and identify commercial opportunities
• Arrange and conduct meetings with prospective clients
• Understand client requirements and recommend appropriate branded and promotional solutions
• Prepare proposals, quotations and pricing
• Negotiate with decision-makers and convert opportunities into new business
• Manage the sales process from initial prospecting through to close
• Develop newly won accounts and maximise repeat business, referrals and additional opportunities
• Maintain accurate CRM records and follow up consistently
• Keep up to date with market trends, new products and sustainability-focused products
• Attend networking events and meet clients in person when appropriate

Although the role is primarily office-based, there will be opportunities to get out and meet clients, attend networking events and represent the business – with relevant expenses fully covered.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a hungry, commercially minded salesperson who enjoys the challenge of new business development.

You may have experience as a: Business Development Executive / Business Development Manager / Sales Executive / B2B Sales Executive / New Business Executive / Account Manager with a strong new-business focus / Sales Consultant

Most importantly, you will be comfortable with outbound B2B sales and building relationships from scratch.

You’ll ideally have:

• Proven experience in B2B sales, business development or account management
• A strong track record of generating and converting new business
• Confidence making outbound calls and engaging cold prospects
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• A consultative approach to understanding customer needs
• Commercial awareness around pricing, margins and sales targets
• Strong organisation and follow-up skills
• Confidence using CRM systems and maintaining accurate pipeline information
• The drive, resilience and determination required to build a sales desk from the ground up

Experience within print, marketing services or a related industry would be highly advantageous.

What's In It For You?

Uncapped Commission

The commission structure is designed to reward both new business wins and long-term account development.

• High commission on profits
• Uncapped earning potential
• Indicative first-year OTE of £38k–£40k+
• Commission compounds as the clients you win continue to order
• Repeat orders and referrals can create an increasingly valuable client portfolio

The model means that you don't simply start from zero every year. As you build strong client relationships and generate repeat business, your earning potential can grow alongside your portfolio.

Career Progression

This is more than simply another sales position. The business is in a high-growth phase and there is significant scope for the successful person to progress as the company expands. Longer term, there is the opportunity to develop into a senior sales position and potentially build and lead your own team. You will have the opportunity to help shape how the sales function develops rather than simply stepping into an established structure.

The Culture

You’ll be joining a team of three in a business with a fun, energetic and entrepreneurial atmosphere. There's plenty of banter, but also a serious ambition to grow. The successful person will be someone who enjoys being part of a close-knit team, takes ownership of their results and wants to play a meaningful role in the next stage of the company's journey.

Interested?

If you're an ambitious B2B salesperson who enjoys cold calling, winning new clients and building something for yourself, we'd love to hear from you.