Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Location: Orpington (Covering London & South East Region) | Salary: £55,000 – £60,000 per annum | Bonus: Up to 25% Annual Bonus | Car Allowance: £6,452 per annum (£8,052 Electric Vehicle Allowance) | Benefits: Excellent Benefits Package

Key Responsibilities

• Generate sufficient volume and value of enquiries to achieve and exceed turnover targets.
• Proactively identify and secure new business opportunities while managing and developing existing client relationships.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers across target sectors.
• Develop strategic account plans and identify opportunities for growth within existing accounts.
• Monitor sales performance against targets and implement action plans where required.
• Attend networking events, client meetings, industry exhibitions, and business development activities.
• Work closely with operational and bid teams to support tender submissions and business opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records of opportunities, quotations, and client interactions through the CRM system.
• Produce monthly sales reports and pipeline forecasts.
• Support marketing initiatives, social media activity, and client engagement campaigns.
• Ensure quotations and proposals are submitted accurately and within agreed timescales.
• Develop relationships with key supply chain and industry partners.

About You

We are looking for a motivated and resilient sales professional who thrives in a target-driven environment and enjoys building lasting business relationships.

Essential Experience

• Proven track record in business development and account management.
• Experience selling services into one or more of the following sectors:
  • Local Authorities
  • Housing Associations
  • Education
  • Healthcare
  • Commercial Property
  • Retail & Leisure
• Experience managing multiple client relationships and sales opportunities simultaneously.
• Strong negotiation, presentation, and communication skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• Experience within construction, property maintenance, facilities management, social housing, or building services.
• Experience working for a Tier 1 Contractor or similar organisation.
• Knowledge of public sector procurement and tendering processes.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £55,000 – £60,000.
• Bonus scheme of up to 25%.
• £6,452 car allowance or £8,052 electric vehicle allowance.
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Opportunity to buy and sell up to one week’s holiday.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Employee referral bonus scheme.
• Long service awards.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Ongoing career development and progression opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

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