Power Business Development Manager

Sunbelt Rentals Limited; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment rental provider in the UK is seeking a Business Development Manager for Power and Sustainability. You will implement sales strategies and build customer relationships to drive growth in a competitive market. Ideal candidates should possess exceptional communication skills and a full UK driving licence, with experience in the Power Rental sector being a plus. The role offers a competitive package including a 40% bonus scheme, company car, and additional benefits.

Benefits

40% Bonus Scheme

Company car/car allowance

Generous holiday allowance

Life assurance

Retail discount scheme

Employee recognition awards

Great company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellent relationship management skills.
• Previous experience in Power Rental and Sustainability.
• Ability to manage time effectively in a pressurised environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement growth strategies for national sales.
• Generate leads from existing customers and new industries.
• Build relationships with clients to maximize opportunities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Relationship management skills

Planning and organising skills

Negotiating skills

Proficient IT skills

Self-motivated

Creative thinking

Education

Experience in customer-focused role

Full clean UK driving licence

Tools

Data analysis skills

Job description

We're looking for the very best talent to join us at this exciting time in our journey, as we continue to strengthen our market leader position by providing an even better customer experience. We have an exciting new role for a Business Development Manager of Power and Sustainability, who will be integral to the success of our national sales strategy, ensuring that we have a consistent, joined-up approach to managing our customer base. There really couldn't be a better time to join, as you'll make the key decisions, shape the strategy and implement your growth plan. People buy from people-our sales staff are vital to our business and have a real impact on our bottom line. We look for people who are naturally great communicators and relationship builders, who really getting to know their clients and are passionate about our business and all that we stand for. We will provide you with everything you need to succeed - excellent product training, professional development and support to progress your career in the future.

Needless to say you will be able to build great relationships and harness those, in order to maximise opportunities. You'll be inquisitive and a creative thinker, able to generate leads from both our existing customer base and from new industries where our equipment could also be utilised.

We are really interested in hearing from you if you have great communication skills and the drive and motivation to succeed in a healthily competitive technical sales role in a collaborative, fast-paced business.

What can we offer you in return? You'll be joining a highly successful FTSE100 company, the UK's largest equipment rental provider. We provide an Industry leading flexible rewards package including a 40% Bonus Scheme, company car/car allowance, generous holiday allowance (with the opportunity to buy and sell annual leave), life assurance, retail discount scheme, employee recognition awards and a great Company pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a customer-focused role with the ability to demonstrate excellent relationship management skills
• Previous experience within the Power Rental and Sustainability sector
• Excellent planning and organising skills, able to manage your own time to maximum effect
• Resilient with the ability to work in a pressurised environment
• Experience working with Power, Clean Energy, Battery Storage Units and Energy Storage
• Effective communication, influencing and negotiating skills
• Ability to promote the Sunbelt Rentals brand and cross-sell our product range
• Proficient IT skills and the ability to analyse data such as business plans, performance and market data
• Self‑motivated, with high energy and an engaging level of enthusiasm
• A full clean UK driving licence

Sunbelt Rentals is the leader in equipment rentals in the UK, Ireland, US and Canada – as well as specialist operations in Europe. We provide a range of solutions to every market and sector, including construction, industrial, energy, infrastructure, government and events.

Our people are at the heart of our values and they're our greatest asset. We rely on you to look after our customers so in return, we take good care of you. We recognise the value and uniqueness of our team‑mates and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive Sunbelt Rentals, providing equality of opportunity and a culture of fairness and respect. Your health, safety and well‑being is really important to us. We're raising awareness and providing support through initiatives such as our mental health awareness campaign and first‑aider programme. You'll also be able to access a 24‑7 employee assistance helpline, counselling services and financial wellbeing support.