Business Development Manager

Business Development Managers - Why You Should ApplySmart Business Development: Opportunity to take a modern approach to minimise unnecessary travelling. While face-to-face meetings will not be off the table where needed, you will not be expected to travel for the sake of it.

Mentorship & Growth: The company prides itself on a supportive, people-first culture. You will receive direct mentorship from a director with extensive industry expertise who has held this role previously, along with opportunities to develop your skills and progress within the business.

Diverse Projects, Prestigious Clients: You will work with world-class businesses across multiple sectors, offering genuine variety in your day-to-day. You will lead solution-based sales and build a high-level professional network.

You won't be starting from scratch: You will inherit a selection of core customers, giving you time to identify and secure new business in key high-margin sectors. Your role will be split between 60% new business and 40% account management.

Excellent Benefits & Remuneration

• £50,000-£60,000
• Generous holiday allowance: 25 days plus bank holidays
• 5% company pension contribution
• Quarterly profit share bonus
• Secure, long-term employment with ongoing investment in your development

What you will be doing as the Business Development Manager

• Lead and Develop: Lead the Sales and Customer Service teams to deliver peak performance.
• Account Management: Nurture and grow an existing portfolio of core customers.
• Drive Growth: Identify new business opportunities in key sectors and manage the sales pipeline.
• Project Leadership: Partner with technical and engineering teams to deliver bespoke customer projects.
• Data-Driven Insight: Analyse performance data and present strategic updates to key stakeholders.
• Brand Ambassadorship: Support marketing initiatives and represent the business at major industrial trade shows.

What you will need to apply for the Business Development Manager role:

• Commercial experience to include account management and business development gained in a manufacturing/engineering environment.
• A solid understanding of manufacturing/engineering processes with experience in solution-based selling.

About the Company

With over 55 years of heritage, our client is a highly respected South Wales manufacturer and part of a global group. They are committed to continuous improvement, investing in their people, and maintaining a collaborative and supportive culture.

Your working hours

Monday to Thursday, 8am - 4:30pm; Friday, 8am - 2:30pm.

Ready to Apply?

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