Business Manager - Lighting

Rhodium Consulting; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A niche recruitment consultancy is seeking a Business Manager to lead a new division in the lighting and electrical sector in East London. This role involves driving sales strategy, managing customer acquisition, and developing team operations. The ideal candidate should possess proven experience in sales or management within relevant markets, excellent communication skills, and a hands-on approach. Competitive salary, company car, and bonus scheme offered.

Benefits

Negotiable salary DOE

Company Car

Laptop & Mobile Phone

Bonus scheme

Pension scheme

25 days holidays + bank holidays

Private Health Insurance

Qualifications

• Proven sales or management experience in Electrical Wholesale, Lighting Manufacturer, or Lighting Engineer.
• Hands-on approach and drive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent relationship-building and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and growth of a new business division.
• Drive sales strategy and customer acquisition.
• Identify new opportunities within the electrical and lighting markets.
• Develop a team and oversee day-to-day operations.
• Collaborate with senior leadership for commercial strategy.
• Analyse market trends for new business opportunities.

Skills

Sales experience

Management experience

Relationship-building

Negotiation skills

Excellent communication skills

Driving Licence

Job description

Vacancy Ref: EM0354

Role: Business Manager

Industry: Lighting & Electrical

Location: East London

Overview

Are you a driven and commercially minded professional with a passion for building something new? Our client is launching an exciting new business in the lighting and electrical sector — and we’re looking for a Business Manager to lead the charge.

This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a fresh business initiative, shaping its strategy, building its customer base, and driving it to success.

Package / Benefits

• Negotiable salary DOE
• Company Car
• Laptop & Mobile Phone
• Bonus scheme
• Pension scheme
• 25 days holidays + bank holidays
• Private Health Insurance

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and growth of a new business division from the ground up
• Drive sales strategy, customer acquisition, and long-term account management
• Identify and develop new opportunities within the electrical and lighting markets, focusing heavily on FM customers
• Develop a team to work alongside
• Oversee day-to-day operations, budgeting, and team development as the business grows
• Collaborate with senior leadership to shape commercial strategy and future expansion
• Analyse market trends and identify new business opportunities

Skills / Experience

• Proven sales or management experience from one of the following backgrounds: Electrical Wholesale, Lighting Manufacturer, Lighting Engineer
• Excellent relationship-building and negotiation skills
• Driving Licence
• A hands‑on approach and the drive to make a lasting impact in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

If you’re ready to take ownership of a new challenge and lead a business to success, we want to hear from you.

All applications are dealt with in the strictest of confidence.

Rhodium Consulting Ltd is a niche recruitment consultancy specialising in wholesalers, merchants and distributors within the building products sector. We strive to be the industry leader in delivering the highest calibre of candidates to our client companies, whilst enhancing the careers of our candidates. For further information and contact details, please visit our website