Construction Retail Business Development Manager

Acorn by Synergie; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking shop fit out company in Wiltshire is seeking an experienced Business Development professional. This role involves generating new leads, building client relationships, and ensuring client expectations are met. Offering a salary of £50,000 plus bonuses based on performance, and the option for hybrid working, this position provides excellent earning potential and opportunities for international travel.

Benefits

Bonus up to £50,000

Car allowance

Opportunities for international travel

Qualifications

• Proven background in business development, ideally in shop fitting, retail, or construction.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Strong commercial awareness and client-first approach.

Responsibilities

• Represent the company professionally and promote its brand.
• Identify and generate new leads and tender opportunities.
• Build strong relationships with decision-makers.

Skills

Business development

Market research

Relationship building

Time management

Job description

Overview

Business Development - Construction (Retail Sales Developer)

Wiltshire 50,000 + Bonus up to 50k Car Allowance Monday - Friday Hybrid Permanent

Acorn by Synergie is thrilled to be recruiting for an experienced Business Development professional on behalf of a forward-thinking and innovative shop fit out company based in Wiltshire.

This is a rare opportunity to join a growing company at the forefront of its industry, with hybrid working (2 days from home), international travel, and excellent earning potential.

Responsibilities

• Represent the company professionally, promoting its brand and values.
• Identify and generate new leads and tender opportunities.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify strategic prospects.
• Build strong relationships with decision-makers at target businesses.
• Prepare compelling tenders, RFPs, and presentations.
• Ensure client expectations around pricing, timelines and service are met.
• Coordinate internal teams (A team / B team) through new projects.
• Attend networking events, trade shows, and site visits (UK and abroad).
• Report regularly on activity, progress and sales pipeline.
• Maintain accurate records via CRM and company software.

Requirements

• Proven background in business development, ideally in shop fitting, retail, construction, or similar sectors.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Willingness to travel internationally as required.
• Strong commercial awareness and client-first approach.
• Confident with IT systems and software.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Key Performance Indicators

• Revenue growth from new business.
• Conversion of quality leads into repeat clients.
• Maintenance of profit margins.
• Onboarding clients with 1M+ annual spend potential.
• Targeting multi-site, financially stable operators in retail or hospitality.

What We Offer

• Basic salary: 50,000 per annum.
• Bonus: Up to 50,000 per annum based on performance.
• Car allowance.
• Hybrid working: 2 days from home, 3 in office.
• Opportunities for international travel.
• The chance to be part of a growing company with big ambitions.

Interested?

Apply now with your CV or contact Kristy at Acorn by Synergie branch for more information.

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