Business Development Manager - Industrial Services

Astute People; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in industrial services in the UK is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive business growth and maintain key customer relationships. The ideal candidate has experience in industrial services and a proven track record in business development. Competitive salary up to £55,000 plus benefits including a car allowance and performance-based bonus.

Benefits

Car allowance

Bonus based on performance

Life assurance

Pension

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage customer accounts and sales revenue.
• Technical expertise in industrial services and hazardous waste.
• Strong commercial acumen with a commitment to high customer service.

Responsibilities

• Drive business development for key business growth.
• Maintain a strong pipeline of new business opportunities.
• Manage the tender process, ensuring compliance.

Skills

Business Development

Customer Relationship Management

Negotiation

Market Analysis

Safety Standards Compliance

Education

Degree in relevant field or sector experience

Job description

Overview

Astute's Team are partnered with an industry leader in industrial services solutions and hazardous waste management across the UK to recruit a Business Development Manager to join their Industrial Services division in Hull.

We're looking for an experienced Business Development professional with a particular focus on securing new enquiries and promoting their specialist services including tankers, Jet Vacs, Disabs, Hydro-Abrasive Cutting, and associated equipment. The Business Development Manager role comes with a salary of up to 55,000 per annum plus a car allowance, bonus and many other benefits.

If you're a Business Development Manager with experience within the Industrial Services or Industrial Cleaning sector, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties

• Drive business development for key business growth within the industrial services sector, targeting both new and existing clients, using proactive techniques like cold calling and outreach to offer a broad range of industrial services, including waste removal and infrastructure cleaning solutions.
• Maintain a strong pipeline of new business opportunities and contribute to the company business plan.
• Foster strong customer relationships by ensuring high service standards, addressing non-conformances, and providing timely feedback.
• Maximise margins on projects and ensure continuity of work for the business teams.
• Collaborate across divisions to identify other opportunities, especially within waste treatment and disposal through other sites across the business group.
• Collaborate with Account Managers, Admin Staff, and Operations to ensure seamless service delivery and contract management.
• Manage the tender process, including document reviews, financial analysis, and ensuring compliance with Tender Governance procedures.
• Monitor market trends, competitors, and relevant industry developments to inform business strategy.
• Manage projects, inquiries, and customer communications while ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Promote a safety-first culture and actively contribute to the company's health, safety, and environmental initiatives.
• Represent the business at stakeholder events and ensure compliance with company policies, including security, data protection, and equal opportunities.

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven professional with experience in industrial services and business development to join a dynamic and growing team.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Technical expertise in industrial services and hazardous/chemical waste solutions, with previous experience in the sector.
• Proven ability to manage customer accounts and their associated sales revenue.
• Strong commercial acumen, a track record of profitable new business, and a commitment to high levels of customer service, along with a full UK driving licence.

Degree qualified or proven sector experience in business development and sales in industrial services or hazardous wastes management.

Personal skills

The Business Development Manager role would suit someone who has:

• Flexibility to accommodate overnight stays, early starts, and late finishes to meet client and business needs.
• Proven track record in driving profitable new business while maintaining high levels of customer service.
• Strong logistics knowledge, including experience with transport booking and vehicle requirements for contracts.

Skilled in cold calling, negotiating, and executing deals at both strategic and tactical levels, with experience in managing projects and business processes.

Salary and benefits

• Salary up to 55,000 DOE
• Car allowance
• Bonus based on company and personal performance
• Life assurance
• Pension

INDNUC

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.