Business Development Manager, North West

Business Development Manager – North Region

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am – 5pm

Salary: £50,000 per annum

Location: Remote + field based. Head office work in Long Eaton

Contract Type: Permanent

Due to continued growth and expansion, a business whose office is based in the Long Eaton area, are looking to recruit a Business Development Manager to cover the North Region. You will be joining the team on a permanent contract, identifying new business opportunities across the North West, North East and Scotland.

We’re seeking a Business Development Manager with 5 years’ sales experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment. If you have a proven track record of winning new business and achieving sales targets, we’re really keen to hear from you.

This is a regional role, and the successful candidate will live in or around Lancashire, Cheshire, Greater Manchester.

Benefits:

• £50,000 basic salary plus OTE of £65,000+.
• Company car and fuel card.
• Mobile phone and laptop.
• Pension scheme.
• Private health insurance (after qualifying period).
• Annual bonus, Christmas bonus and salary review.
• Employee referral scheme.
• Free parking at Nottingham HQ.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of a Business Development Manager:

• Identify and secure new business through prospecting, networking and relationship building.
• Present and sell the company’s products and services to key decision-makers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with distributors and customers via phone, email, social media and face-to-face meetings.
• Research market trends and target customers to maximise revenue opportunities.
• Manage and grow existing accounts, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Develop and expand your customer portfolio across the region.
• Lead and support a small team of two employees.

Experience and Skills Required for a Business Development Manager:

• Minimum 5 years’ sales experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Proven track record of winning new business and achieving sales targets.
• Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Proficient in CRM systems, Microsoft Office and sales reporting tools.
• Self-motivated, commercially driven and able to work independently.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel, including occasional overnight stays.
• Team player who thrives in a collaborative, family-owned business environment.

To apply please either:

• Call Grace on 0333 99 66 988 between the hours of 8am – 5pm Mon-Fri
• Email your CV to apply@essentialrecruitment.co.uk

This role is being advertised by Essential Recruitment and Professional, a recruitment agency.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unfortunately unable to provide individual feedback to all applicants. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days of submitting your application, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We thank you for your interest and encourage you to apply for future vacancies that match your skills and experience.