Job Description
Business Development Manager - Waste Management\n\nHybrid Role - Homeworking, Recycling Centre, Client Sites\n\nFull-time\n\nAbout Us:\n\nKronospan are extending our vertical integration purchasing strategic recycled timber processing sites across the UK. This will allow customers to ensure that products are returned to Kronospan to be made into new products at end-of-life – making circularity a reality.\n\nOur first operation is based in Corbriggs, Chesterfield, covering a 21,000m2 site where we are now looking to ramp up the processing and production by sourcing more sites and acquiring more material.\n\nRole Overview:\n\nAs a Business Development Manager, you will be at the forefront of driving the company’s growth by identifying new business opportunities, developing client relationships, and expanding our market presence within the wood recycling industry. You will play a key role in promoting our services to new and existing clients and ensuring the successful delivery of tailored solutions that meet their recycling needs.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nIdentify and target new business opportunities within the wood recycling sector.\nBuild and nurture strong, long-term relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders.\nDevelop and execute strategies to increase market share, sales, and profitability.\nCollaborate with the wider-operations and marketing teams to ensure client satisfaction and successful service delivery.\nConduct market research and competitor analysis to stay ahead of industry trends and demands.\nPresent tailored solutions to prospective clients, highlighting the environmental and cost-saving benefits of wood recycling.\nNegotiate and close business deals while ensuring alignment with company objectives and a circular economy.\nAttend industry events, conferences, and networking activities to raise the company’s profile and generate leads.\nMaintain accurate records of sales activities, opportunities, and forecasts, providing reports to the broader senior management team.\n\nRequirements:\n\nProven experience in business development or sales within the recycling, environmental, or waste management industry (preferably wood recycling).\nStrong understanding of the wood recycling industry and its key stakeholders.\nExcellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.\nAbility to think strategically and identify new business opportunities.\nSelf-motivated, target-driven, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.\nExperience using CRM software and sales tools to track leads, opportunities, and performance.\nFull UK driving license and willingness to travel nationally, with a particular focus on the midlands.\n\nWhat We Offer:\n\nCompetitive salary and commission structure.\nOpportunity to work with a passionate and forward-thinking team in a growing industry.\nAccess to ongoing professional development and training.\n\nJoin us in shaping the future of wood recycling and make a positive impact on the environment!\n\nHow to Apply:\n\nIf you are passionate about business development and the wood recycling industry, click apply and you will be directed to our careers page where you can upload your CV and a Cover Letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation for the role