The Company

Our client is a niche manufacturing company. A leader in their field they are now recruiting for a Business Development Manager.

The Role

* You will be responsible for growing the existing customer base in current and new markets to achieve a sustainable and profitable ongoing business.

* Being knowledgeable about products and services offered by the company.

* Promote and increase the sales of products.

* Raising the company profile by attending exhibitions and tradeshows.

* Ability to understand technical drawings.

* Identifying new projects such as product development to tap into new markets sectors.

* Keeping up to date with competitor and market activity in the business area.

* Create and implement strategy for the growth pipeline.

* Develop and implement a structured sales plan for your customers.

* Ensure that a comprehensive database and excellent records are maintained.

* Establishing, maintaining, and expanding your client base.

* Proactively reach out to customers.

* Compiling and analysing sales figures and producing reports.

* Manage sales from concept stage through to enquiry and pricing.

* Follow up identified leads and quotations.

* Home based covering the UK.

The Person

* Previous experience in a similar role.

* Excellent communicator both in written and verbal forms.

* An understanding of construction would be beneficial.

* Ability to manage and prioritise a busy workload.

* Proficient numerical skills and ability to demonstrate job costing and pricing.

* Excellent attention to detail.

* Must have a driving licence and car.

The Benefits

* You will be working for a well-established growing employer.

* An excellent salary.

* Annual performance bonus scheme.

* A good pension scheme.

* Car allowance.

* A company experiencing continued growth, expansion and investment.

* The company are fully compliant with the latest health and safety requirements for current safe working practices