Business Development Manager (Building Trade)

Cogent Staffing; Ringway; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading builders' merchants company in the UK is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to drive new business and expand their existing client base. The ideal candidate will have proven sales experience in the builders' merchant sector, with an established client portfolio and strong communication skills. In this role, you will be expected to generate significant annual business while providing exceptional customer service. Competitive salary with uncapped on-target earnings and career progression opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive base salary with uncapped OTE

Company laptop and phone

Opportunity for career progression

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales, preferably within the builders' merchants industry.
• Established client base/portfolio with the ability to bring in repeat business.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Self-motivated with a results-oriented mindset.
• Valid driving license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Actively seek and secure new business opportunities.
• Manage and nurture relationships with existing clients while transitioning some accounts.
• Develop sales strategies to effectively capture market share.
• Provide outstanding customer service to foster long-term partnerships.
• Collaborate with the internal team to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Meet and exceed sales targets on a monthly and annual basis.

Skills

Sales experience in builders' merchant sector

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Job description

Cogent Staffing are recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading builders' merchants company dedicated to providing high-quality materials and exceptional service to clients. We are currently seeking an ambitious and dynamic Business Development Manager to join their team.

The role

As an External Sales Representative, you will be instrumental in driving new business and expanding our existing client base. You should have an established portfolio of clients and a strong sales background within the builders' merchant sector. Your primary goal will be to generate annual business of £1,000,000, ideally achieving £100,000 each month.

Responsibilities

• Actively seek and secure new business opportunities.
• Manage and nurture relationships with existing clients while transitioning some accounts.
• Develop sales strategies to effectively capture market share.
• Provide outstanding customer service to foster long-term partnerships.
• Collaborate with the internal team to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Meet and exceed sales targets on a monthly and annual basis.

Requirements

• Proven experience in sales, preferably within the builders' merchants industry.
• Established client base/portfolio with the ability to bring in repeat business.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Self-motivated with a results-oriented mindset.
• Valid driving license and access to a vehicle.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary with an uncapped OTE.
• Company laptop, phone, and all necessary hardware.
• Opportunity for career progression within a growing organization.
• Supportive team environment and resources to help you succeed.

At Cogent Staffing, we are committed to ethical recruitment practices and fostering an inclusive workplace. We actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that diversity enriches our teams and enhances our ability to serve our clients effectively.

We ensure that our recruitment processes are fair, transparent, and free from bias, promoting equal opportunities for all applicants.