Business Development Manager - Saas

Loom Talent; Hatfield; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Business Development Manager - SaaS to join a growing Transport and Freight business in the UK. This role involves identifying new business opportunities, building strong client relationships, and driving sales. Key qualifications include experience in business development and knowledge of the transport sector. Flexible working arrangements are available, requiring proximity to Hertfordshire.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Uncapped commission model

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Previous experience in business development with a track record of success.
• Experience in Transport, Logistics and/or Freight sectors.
• Ability to build rapport and influence decision-makers.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in a SaaS, B2B context.

Responsibilities

• Identify and reach out to potential clients.
• Connect with decision-makers to build relationships.
• Understand client needs and offer tailored solutions.
• Negotiate contracts and close deals.
• Keep CRM updated with relevant information.

Skills

Business development expertise

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Client relationship building

Job description

Loom Talent are delighted to be partnering with a highly exciting Transport and Freight business with the recruitment of a Business Development Manager - SaaS, for its operation in the UK.

Our client is on a path to disrupt the market with its data driven approach, providing a quality service with competitive pricing. Critical to the continued growth is the introduction of a Business Development Manager - SaaS that will drive sales.

Overview

As Business Development Manager - SaaS, your responsibilities will include:

• Identify and reach out to potential clients, building a solid pipeline of new business.

• Connect with decision-makers via phone, email, and virtual meetings to spark interest and build lasting relationships.

• Understand client needs and offer tailored, profitable solutions.

• Pitch ideas internally and hand over to the delivery team once deals are set.

• Keep the CRM up to date with leads, conversations, and opportunities.

• Negotiate contracts and close deals that add real value for the client and the business.

• Keep an eye on market trends, competitors, and opportunities for growth.

• Share customer feedback to help shape products and strategy.

• Represent the company at events, conferences, and networking meetups.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in business development or similar role with a track record of success - Essential

• Previous experiencing working within Transport, Logistics and/or Freight and an understanding of market trends and challenegs - Essential

• Excellent Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence decisions markers - Essential

• Comfortable working in a fast paced, scale-up environment where change is the norm - Essential

• Previous experience within SaaS, B2B environment - Essential

Benefits

In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive a competitive base salary and an uncapped commission model and huge earning potential. You will have flexibility to work remotely and in the field but you must be within commutable distance of Hertfordshire for visiting HQ.