Business Development Manager - Waste Management

Vector Recruitment Solutions; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Business Development Manager for a growing waste management company in the UK. This hybrid role involves building relationships across Yorkshire and the Midlands, promoting waste services, and driving business growth. Ideal candidates will have a background in liquid or agricultural waste management and strong sales skills. The position offers a competitive salary between £36,000 and £46,000, plus bonuses and a company car or allowance.

Benefits

Excellent bonus structure

Company car or car allowance

Hybrid working flexibility

Clear progression routes

Qualifications

• Proven track record in business development or sales within waste management.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with stakeholders.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with industrial, food production, and agricultural clients.
• Promote waste management services such as bulk waste tankering.
• Identify new business opportunities and drive growth.

Skills

Business development experience

Sales skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Business Development Manager – Liquid Waste Management

Location: Hybrid – based from Mansfield or Wakefield depots, covering Yorkshire and the Midlands

Salary: £36,000 – £46,000 per annum + excellent bonus + car or car allowance

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time

Vector Recruitment Solutions are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Business Development Manager to join a growing and innovative waste management company.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated sales professional with experience in liquid, food, or agricultural waste services to play a key role in expanding the company’s market presence across Yorkshire and the Midlands.

The Role

• Build and develop strong relationships with industrial, food production, and agricultural clients
• Promote a range of waste management services including bulk waste tankering, industrial cleaning, and liquid waste solutions
• Identify new business opportunities and drive growth across key sectors
• Lead high-level meetings and presentations with decision-makers to position the company as a trusted partner
• Negotiate contracts and proposals to deliver profitable, long-term agreements
• Track bids, tenders, and market opportunities to stay ahead of competitors
• Gather feedback from clients to shape and improve business development strategy

About You

• Proven track record in business development or sales within waste management, liquid waste, food waste, or agricultural services
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
• Self-motivated, target-driven, and able to work independently
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously
• Willing to travel regularly across Yorkshire and the Midlands

What’s On Offer

• Basic salary £36,000 – £46,000 per annum (DOE)
• Excellent bonus structure rewarding performance
• Company car or car allowance
• Hybrid working with flexibility to manage your own schedule
• Opportunity to join an ambitious, growing business with clear progression routes

If you’re an experienced Business Development Manager with a passion for growth and a background in liquid, food, or agricultural waste management, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Lauren on 01737 452505 for more information.