National Business Development Manager

Bridgewater Resources UK; Milton Keynes; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cable distribution company in the UK is seeking a National Business Development Manager. This role involves managing national accounts and building relationships with key B2B clients while pursuing new growth opportunities. Candidates should have a strong background in sales, excellent negotiation skills, and knowledge of the electrical wholesale market. The position offers a competitive salary, profit share bonus, and flexibility to work remotely.

Benefits

Highly competitive starting salary

Uncapped annual profit share bonus

Company car

Optional pension scheme membership

Qualifications

• Strong background in sales or management, particularly in the electrical wholesale market.
• Comprehensive understanding of the electrical wholesale and copper cables markets.
• Proven track record in business development and relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow relationships with key B2B clients in the electrical wholesale sector.
• Negotiate and secure national deals with major customers and buying groups.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to drive growth.

Skills

Sales expertise

Negotiation skills

Customer relationship management

Numerical abilities

Literacy skills

Job description

National Business Development Manager

Are you an experienced sales professional with a passion for driving national growth and building strong client relationships? A leading cable distributor is looking for a dynamic and results‑driven National Business Development Manager to join their successful team. In this pivotal role, you'll have the opportunity to manage national accounts, negotiate impactful deals, and earn lucrative rewards for your efforts.

The Opportunity

The company you'll be joining specialises in the supply, management, and distribution of electrical cables across the UK and belongs to an impressive £1 billion distribution group. They offer a range of solutions including fixed wiring, energy cables, and industrial flexible cables to customers in the electrical wholesale, construction, and industrial sectors.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow relationships with key B2B clients in the electrical wholesale sector
• Negotiate and secure national deals with major customers and buying groups
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to drive growth
• Develop a deep understanding of customer needs and market trends in the electrical wholesale and cables sectors
• Work remotely with the flexibility to manage your own diary effectively, while attending occasional meetings at the company's offices in London and Birmingham

Rewards

• A highly competitive starting salary (negotiable depending on experience and what you can bring to the role)
• Uncapped annual profit share bonus scheme
• Company car
• Optional membership of the company pension scheme

Requirements

• Experience: A strong background in sales or management, particularly in the electrical wholesale market
• Market Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of the electrical wholesale and copper cables markets
• Skills: Strong intelligence with excellent numerical and literacy abilities, coupled with outstanding negotiation skills
• Drive: Proven track record in business development and relationship management
• Flexibility: Willingness to travel extensively across the UK

Think you have what it takes? Submit your application today to find out more