Business Development Manager - Lancashire

TN United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth and success in their contracts. This role involves building strategic partnerships, managing new business opportunities, and ensuring high customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business development, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to achieving sales targets. Join a dynamic team dedicated to making a positive impact in the education sector and help foster local connections for sustained growth and profitability.

Qualifications

• At least three years in business development with sales targets met or exceeded.
• Experience in private training or education sector is essential.

Responsibilities

• Promote services and training programmes of Acorn Training.
• Develop relationships with employers, partners, and stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Customer-focused mindset

Negotiation and relationship skills

Project and time management

Proactive and results-oriented

Adaptability and resilience

Positive attitude and enthusiasm

Continuous learning

Education

GCSE A*-C in English and Maths

IOSH Health and Safety qualification

Tools

Sales/CRM software

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Business Development Manager - Lancashire, Stoke-on-Trent

Client: Acorn Training

Location: Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 3d8f62b2208f

Job Views: 3

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

We reserve the right to close this advertisement at any time if we receive suitable applications for the role.

To drive the growth and success of Acorn Training’s contracts in Lancashire. This involves building and maintaining strategic partnerships with employers, representing at key forums, managing new business opportunities, and fostering local connections to support sustained growth, achievement, and profitability of the contracts.

Key Responsibilities and KPIs

• Promote Acorn Training's services and training programmes.
• Collaborate with marketing to develop campaigns.
• Develop relationships with employers, partners, and stakeholders.
• Maintain a pipeline of learners, employers, and referral partners.
• Manage opportunities, including lead generation, meetings, and sales.
• Use CRM systems to document progress and forecast.
• Ensure smooth transition from sale to delivery.
• Attend networking events and share best practices.
• Contribute ideas for business improvement.
• Achieve set KPIs and ensure high customer satisfaction.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

Qualifications

• GCSE A*-C in English and Maths (essential)
• Full driving licence and access to vehicle (essential)
• IOSH Health and Safety qualification (desirable)

Experience

• At least three years in business development with sales targets met or exceeded (essential)
• Experience in private training or education sector (essential)
• Experience developing partnerships with education providers (essential)
• Building and managing sales teams (desirable)

Knowledge

• Understanding of business development and sales strategies (essential)
• Knowledge of industry regulations (essential)
• Focus on income generation (essential)
• Understanding adult learning principles (desirable)

Skills

• Excellent communication and presentation skills (essential)
• Customer-focused mindset (essential)
• Negotiation and relationship skills (essential)
• Project and time management (essential)
• Proactive and results-oriented (essential)
• Adaptability and resilience (essential)
• Positive attitude and enthusiasm (essential)
• Continuous learning (essential)
• Proficiency in sales/CRM software (desirable)
• Entrepreneurial and innovative thinking (desirable)

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and provide reasonable adjustments for disabilities or special needs. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet minimum criteria. Please contact [email protected] for alternative options or application methods.