National Business Development Manager – Cables Distribution

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

Job summary

A leading cable distributor in the UK is seeking a dynamic National Business Development Manager. In this role, you will manage and grow relationships with key B2B clients, negotiate national deals, and identify new business opportunities. The position offers a competitive salary, profit-sharing bonuses, and flexible working conditions, requiring a strong sales background and excellent negotiation skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Uncapped annual profit share bonus

Company car

Optional pension scheme

Qualifications

• Strong background in sales or management, particularly in the electrical wholesale market.
• Comprehensive understanding of the electrical wholesale and copper cables markets.
• Outstanding negotiation skills.

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 experience

Negotiation skills

Numerical abilities

Literacy skills

Relationship management

Job description

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.

As a National Business Development Manager, you will:

• 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

You will receive:

• 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

To be successful in this National Business Development Manager role, you should have:

• 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!