Business Development Manager (Education)

UBT; Colchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

UBT is seeking a motivated Business Development Manager focused on expanding sales in the education sector, particularly with Multi Academy Trusts. This role combines field and telephone sales responsibilities within a dynamic team, offering promotional opportunities and a competitive salary with commission.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Comprehensive Sales Induction Programme

Opportunities for career progression

Ongoing support and coaching

Access to LinkedIn Learning

Qualifications

• Experience in business development or sales in Multi Academy Trusts.
• Proven track record of exceeding sales targets.
• Confident in self-generating new business and presenting.

Responsibilities

• Driving profitable sales growth within Multi Academy Trusts.
• Managing existing Multi Academy Trusts accounts.
• Developing and executing a business development plan.

Skills

Business acumen

Customer relationship management

Sales strategies

Presentation skills

Analytical skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Business Development Manager (Education)

Business Development Manager (Education)

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Description

A successful and well-established family-run business is seeking a confident and target-driven Business Development Manager to focus on Multi Academy Trusts (MAT), You will join their team at the Colchester Head Office but will be required to travel throughout the South of England on occasion to meet with your clients. The company also has plans to expand nationally over their 5-year growth journey.

With over 50 years at the forefront of the Educational Supplies industry, the company serves more than 2,000 clients across London and the South East. Their ambitious growth plans over the next 5 years focus on winning new clients and expanding the value of existing accounts. Offering a range of over 15,000 products, this is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking team during a pivotal phase of growth.

The Role

This dual role combines telephone and field-based sales, blending account management with new business development. Key responsibilities include:

• Driving profitable sales growth within Multi Academy Trusts
• Identifying, qualifying, and pursuing new business opportunities through research, networking, and client engagement
• Managing existing Multi Academy Trusts accounts to ensure customer satisfaction, retention, and growth
• Developing and executing a business development plan for the Multi Academy Trusts market in alignment with company goals
• Providing insights on market conditions, customer feedback, and product demand to shape sales strategies
• Tracking and reporting on key sales metrics, including revenue growth and market share expansion
• Writing and delivering Tenders
• Presenting to Multi Academy Trusts
  
  

Requirements

Requirements

To excel in this role, you'll need experience in business development OR sales within the Multi Academy Trusts sector. A proven track record of exceeding sales targets is essential.

• Be highly motivated and target-driven, with strong business acumen
• Experienced in writing tenders
• Have the confidence to self-generate new business from cold prospects while maintaining excellent customer relationships
• Be comfortable presenting
• Excel in engaging with clients both over the phone and face-to-face
• Analytical and strong Microsoft skills i.e. PowerPoint and Excel
• Hold a full UK Driving Licence with no more than 6 points
  
  

Benefits

Benefits

• Attractive salary of up to £60,000- £70,000, plus a generous commission plan of up to £20,000
• Company car or car allowance
• Your own dedicated sales territory with a mix of prospects and existing customers
• Comprehensive Sales Induction Programme to set you up for success
• Opportunities for career progression into roles like Key Account Manager or Team Leader
• Ongoing support, coaching, and access to LinkedIn Learning
  
  

IND25

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales, Business Development, and Customer Service

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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