Business Development Manager
Location: Remote (with travel as required)
Salary: Up to £42,000 per annum (depending on experience) + Bonus, Commission & Benefits
A Business Development Manager is required to promote and expand the sale of products within the fabric maintenance market. This is a remote-based role, requiring travel to key locations to engage with existing and potential customers.
Key Responsibilities
1. Promote products to key stakeholders, including procurement teams, site managers, technical safety engineers, work-pack engineers, and materials coordinators within the fabric maintenance and industrial contractor sectors (onshore and offshore).
2. Develop relationships with influencers, designers, buyers, and end-users to drive sales.
3. Identify new markets and applications.
4. Collaborate with the proposals administrator to ensure competitive and successful tender responses.
5. Develop and execute global sales action plans targeting pharmaceutical, food & beverage, oil & gas, and petrochemical industries across the UK.
6. Maintain and update the customer database using CRM software, ensuring all clients are effectively managed to maximise business opportunities.
7. Plan and schedule sales activity and client visits to optimise coverage and cost efficiency.
8. Use CRM prospecting functions to assess potential annual spend and support forecasting efforts.
9. Deliver presentations to key decision-makers in the onshore/offshore marketplace.
10. Track and report on sales activity, ensuring all follow-ups are completed in a timely manner.
11. Monitor competitor activity and market conditions, adapting strategies to enhance market position.
12. Stay informed on product developments, supporting the introduction of new or improved solutions.
13. Collaborate with internal teams to share customer insights and ensure seamless project execution across other product lines.
Candidate Requirements
1. Proven sales experience within the fabric maintenance or industrial insulation market.
2. Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
3. A proactive, confident, and flexible approach to work.
4. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy.
5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Salary & Benefits
1. Up to £42,000 per annum, depending on experience.
2. Bonus scheme up to 15%.
3. Car allowance.
4. Commission on completed projects.
5. 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
6. Enhanced pension contributions (matched).
7. Life insurance (4x annual salary).
8. Access to well-being programmes.
9. Cycle to work scheme.
How to Apply
To be considered for this role, please email your CV to andrew.penrith@first-base.co.uk or call Andrew on 01453 755330.
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