Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Selling specialist school wear into the education sector
Field based role in Southern UK; hybrid / electric car
£40,000 - £50,000 salary plus generous benefits package

Business Development Manager - The Role:

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Business Development Manager to join one of the country's leading school wear retailers. You will play a key role in driving new business growth within the education sector, and developing strategies to acquire and retain customers. This role will involve in-depth work on bids and tenders, as well as identifying and capitalising on new revenue streams. If you are a proactive and results-driven sales professional, this is the ideal opportunity to take your career to the next level.

Business Development Manager - Key Responsibilities:

• Develop new business opportunities, with a focus on the education environment, including working closely on bids and tenders.
• Create and execute strategies to acquire new customer accounts, fostering proactive collaborations.
• Identify and establish new revenue streams to drive growth.
• Maintain a focus on building strong, lasting relationships with clients.

Business Development Manager - What We're Looking For:

• A minimum of 3 years' experience in a sales-driven role, with a proven track record in new business development.
• Experience within the education sector is highly advantageous, particularly in managing bids and tenders.
• Demonstrated success in developing new business and delivering results.
• A proactive, analytical approach to identifying opportunities and driving results.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, capable of working autonomously while being part of a hands-on, accountable team.

Business Development Manager - Company Culture:

• People-focused, flexible, and supportive work environment.
• Collaborative team atmosphere with autonomy and accountability.
• A dynamic and hands-on approach, where your contributions are recognised and valued.

Business Development Manager - The Package:

• Salary between £40,000 and £50,000, depending on experience.
• Hybrid or electric company car.
• Additional benefits to enhance your work-life balance and career growth.

Location:

• Territory is Southern UK, advantageous to be based with access to M25, M4, and M3 corridors.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, growing company where your sales expertise can make a real difference. If you have a passion for new business development and thrive in a flexible, people-centred environment, we want to hear from you!