Business Development Manager (SPDI-119) Leeds, England
Salary: GBP40,000 per annum + Commission + Company car
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
We are excited to announce a new opportunity for a Business Development Manager to join our Sales team, focusing on the Northern region of the UK. To ensure local market expertise and the ability to travel effectively, applicants must be based in the North of England.
Your primary focus will be on sales and relationship management, identifying and capitalising on new business opportunities. Your role will involve overseeing the entire sales cycle, from initial outreach and lead generation to negotiating deals and closing contracts.
Who are we?
SYNLAB Laboratory Services is part of SYNLAB UK & Ireland, providing laboratory diagnostic and training services to various sectors including healthcare, wellness, sport, travel, corporates, insurers, logistics, and family law.
What the role involves:
* Driving sales growth within your allocated territory and identifying and securing new business opportunities.
* Working effectively in a One Team environment through cooperation and collaboration within the Sales & Service Teams.
* Developing and nurturing strong relationships with key stakeholders and decision-makers within client organisations.
* Achieving sales targets and KPIs to ensure consistent performance and goal attainment.
* Collaborating closely with the Tender team to assist with bid submissions.
* Holding regular client meetings (both virtual and in-person) to provide updates on new products and services, and recording within CRM.
* Prospecting within Territory for business growth.
What we’re looking for:
* Proven track record in business development or sales, with a minimum of 3 years demonstrable success in meeting and exceeding targets.
* Strong negotiation, influencing, and closing skills with experience managing the full sales cycle.
* Excellent presentation and communication skills (both written and verbal).
* Ability to build and manage client relationships at all levels.
* Commercial awareness and understanding of market dynamics.
* Proficient in CRM systems and pipeline management.
* Valid driving license and willingness to travel regularly.
* Experience in drug/alcohol screening, diagnostics, pathology, or occupational health sectors (desirable but not essential).
About Us:
SYNLAB UK & Ireland work closely with clinicians, hospitals, occupational health providers, and clinical researchers to provide a complete pathology offering.
We believe an inclusive workplace culture is the best way to source, attract, and retain diverse and talented people and create a sustainable, high-performing workforce.
We promote a culture of continuous personal development where staff have the support and resources to acquire new skills and build their careers through learning and development opportunities.
Please note that we reserve the right to close any adverts once we have received a sufficient number of applications. If you do not hear back from us within two weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been short-listed.
SYNLAB UK & Ireland is a committed equal opportunities employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable UK employment law.
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