Business Development Manager (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise technologique de premier plan recrute un Business Development Manager pour le rail léger au Royaume-Uni. Vous serez responsable du développement stratégique des ventes, de la gestion des relations avec les clients, et de la croissance des profits. Ce poste exige une expérience antérieure dans le secteur et offre un environnement dynamique avec un package de rémunération attractif incluant des congés payés et un plan de bonus.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Car Allowance

Bonus Scheme

Pension Scheme and Life Assurance

Online Discount Portal

Qualifications

• Expérience en tant que Business Development Manager ou Sales Manager dans le secteur du rail léger.
• Approche proactive du développement commercial.
• Capacité à établir des relations avec des parties prenantes senior.

Responsibilities

• Développer et exécuter des stratégies de vente pour le marché du rail léger au Royaume-Uni.
• Gérer les comptes des clients existants et maintenir leur satisfaction.
• Collaborer avec des équipes pour développer des propositions axées sur le client.

Skills

Account management

Sales experience

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Salesforce

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Business Development Manager (Previous Relevant Experience is Required), Preston, Lancashire

Client: Telent

Location: Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 10.07.2025

Expiry Date: 24.08.2025

Job Description:

Business Development Manager - Rail (Light Rail)

Agile 6 Home and UK travel.

We are looking for an experienced sales individual to join our busy Rail team focused on UK Light Rail. You will work from home and travel to Light Rail customers and prospects across the UK as required.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop and execute sales strategies for the UK Light Rail market.
• Drive sales and profit growth in the Rail business for UK Light Rail.
• Identify and engage with stakeholders in local authorities, transport operators, government, and infrastructure partners.
• Maintain and improve customer satisfaction and advocacy.
• Collaborate with bid and proposal teams to develop customer-focused proposals.
• Provide account management to existing Light Rail clients.
• Utilize data from across the Rail business to generate leads and sell group solutions and wider Telent capabilities.
• Maintain accurate sales forecasts and pipeline reports using Salesforce and Sales Plans.

Who you are:

You should have previous experience as a Business Development Manager or Sales Manager within the UK Light Rail sector, including:

• Account management and sales experience in the UK Light Rail market.
• A proactive approach to new business development.
• Strong understanding of target markets and procurement processes.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Experience in data analysis to identify solutions for clients.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with people at all levels.

What we offer:

A career at Telent offers opportunities across sectors, roles, technologies, and customers, enabling skill development and impact. We foster an inclusive culture that values diversity and encourages everyone to be themselves and thrive at work.

Additional benefits include:

• 26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Car Allowance
• Bonus Scheme
• Pension Scheme and Life Assurance
• Online Discount Portal

About Telent:

Telent is a leading technology company specializing in design, build, support, and maintenance of mission-critical communications and digital infrastructure across the UK. Join us to make a real impact and be part of a team committed to excellence.

We are guided by our values: Be Inclusive, Take Responsibility, Collaborate, Be Customer-focused.

Learn more about us at https://telent.com/careers