Sales & Business Development Manager

1st Choice Staff Recruitment; Bedford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a driven Sales & Business Development Manager in Bedford. This position offers a competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000 with an OTE of over £65,000. Candidates should have experience in the timber or construction markets, alongside strong sales management skills. Enjoy benefits like private healthcare, a car allowance, and significant career growth opportunities. Join a supportive team that values customer satisfaction and promotes a positive work culture.

Benefits

Competitive commission package

Structured bonus scheme

Car allowance

Private healthcare

Generous holiday allowance

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Experience selling in the timber, merchant, or construction market.
• Strong sales management experience.
• Proven track record in account development.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Establish and grow the branch customer base.
• Maximise sales and profitability across products.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Manage sales activity using a CRM system.
• Utilise product knowledge to support customers.

Skills

Sales management

Account development

Communication skills

Relationship building

Timber product knowledge

Job description

Sales & Business Development Manager

Location: North of Bedford (Transport Essential)

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 (£65k+ OTE)

Our client, a fast-growing and award‑recognised supplier, is seeking an experienced Sales & Business Development Manager to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven sales professional who thrives in a busy but supportive office environment and is passionate about delivering outstanding customer satisfaction. The role offers strong career development, rewards performance, and provides a positive and engaging workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Establishing and growing the branch customer base
• Maximising sales and profitability across timber and building products
• Building and maintaining strong, long‑term customer relationships
• Managing sales activity and projects through a CRM system
• Utilising strong timber and joinery product knowledge to support customers

Requirements

• Experience selling into the timber, merchant, or construction market
• Strong background in sales management and account development
• Essential experience within the timber sector
• Proactive, organised, and commercially focused
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
• Due to the location, a full UK driving licence is required.

Benefits

• OTE: £65,000+ - Competitive commission package and structured bonus scheme
• Car allowance and private healthcare
• Clear career progression and management development opportunities
• Generous holiday allowance plus Christmas shutdown
• Regular social staff events

Please note that at times due to the volume of applications we may not be able to respond to each person individually. If you do not hear from us within 7 days we're sorry you have not been successful this time. Please do not let this stop you applying for other positions you may be suitable for. Good Luck!

1st Choice Staff Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and acts as both an Employment Agency & Business