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Business Development Manager

SL1 2BE Slough, South East KP Snacks

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Business Development Manager
Slough (HQ)

We operate a dynamic working model built on trust, choice and balance. This includes in person collaboration/connection days each week with customers and colleagues, as well as home working days, as we know the best ideas and relationships grow when we collaborate side by side.
We also offer Dynamic Friday Hours, giving colleagues the opportunity to flex their time and finish early on a Friday, where the role allows.

Join our snack-loving team
We’re looking for a Business Development Manager to join us at KP Snacks. If you’re ready to bring your ideas to the table, grow your skills and be part of a team that values what makes you, you – this could be your next big move.

About the role

As Business Development Manager, you’ll play a key role in driving growth across our grocery channel, with a focus on Nuts, Food to Go and online. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver KP’s commercial plans, leading sell-in conversations, landing new product launches and supporting joint business planning.

This is a fast-paced, hands-on role where you’ll take ownership of forecasting, reporting and performance tracking. You’ll also support the wider business unit, stepping in when needed to ensure we deliver our full-year objectives. This role will also be pivotal in ensuring that all pricing and promotions administration is completed in a timely and accurate manner.

You’ll be the go-to for online (an exciting area of growth) working with customer teams to unlock new opportunities. You’ll also champion our ‘People & Planet’ agenda, helping to deliver joint sustainability campaigns and initiatives.

We’re looking for someone with FMCG sales experience, strong commercial acumen and a collaborative mindset. If you’re confident presenting, comfortable using data to drive decisions and ready to make a real impact, this could be the role for you.

What’s in it for you?
We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Here’s a flavour of what we offer:

Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement
Business needs car allowance.
Comprehensive healthcare support – including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care
KP Pension Plan – contribution matching up to 7% of your salary
25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more
KP4ME – our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more

What will you be doing?

Deliver commercial plans across Nuts, Food to Go and online, including sell-in, NPD and joint business planning
Own forecasting and reporting, ensuring accuracy and visibility of performance
Support the wider business unit to achieve full-year objectives, stepping in when needed
Lead online growth initiatives and build strong relationships with customer teams
Champion our sustainability agenda through joint campaigns and internal collaboration

Who are we?
We’re KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. Across more than 30 countries, over 15,000 of us work together to make the snacks people love – from Hula Hoops to McCoy’s. In the UK, we’re a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ. We’re proud of our close-knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together.

We’re committed to inclusion
We’re building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don’t tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you – your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there’s anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know.

We’d love to hear from you if you can bring:

FMCG sales experience, ideally within grocery and fast-paced categories like impulse or Food to Go
Strong commercial acumen and confidence presenting compelling sales plans
Collaborative and customer-focused, with excellent communication skills
Comfortable using data and insight to shape decisions and drive performance
Organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities

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Business Development Manager

SL1 2BE Slough, South East KP Snacks

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Business Development Manager
Slough (HQ)

About the role

What’s in it for you?
We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Here’s a flavour of what we offer:

Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement
Business needs car allowance.
Comprehensive healthcare support – including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care
KP Pension Plan – contribution matching up to 7% of your salary
25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more
KP4ME – our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more

What will you be doing?

Deliver commercial plans across Nuts, Food to Go and online, including sell-in, NPD and joint business planning
Own forecasting and reporting, ensuring accuracy and visibility of performance
Support the wider business unit to achieve full-year objectives, stepping in when needed
Lead online growth initiatives and build strong relationships with customer teams
Champion our sustainability agenda through joint campaigns and internal collaboration

We’d love to hear from you if you can bring:

FMCG sales experience, ideally within grocery and fast-paced categories like impulse or Food to Go
Strong commercial acumen and confidence presenting compelling sales plans
Collaborative and customer-focused, with excellent communication skills
Comfortable using data and insight to shape decisions and drive performance
Organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities

#LI-SC1 #LI-Hybrid

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Business Development Executive

Bracknell, South East Complete Security Recruitment

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Fire & Security Role: Do you have previous experience in telesales, internal sales, or business development? Do you have exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build rapport quickly? Paying up to £30k What can you expect as an employee: Detailed and Enhanced Training Program Massive opportunity to earn Supportive and well established team around you Competitive salary and benefits package The ideal candidate would have: Experience in Sales: Previous experience in telesales, internal sales, or business development. Strong Communicator: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build rapport quickly. Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using CRMs and virtual platforms like Teams and LinkedInto connect with prospects. Resilient and Ambitious: A self-starter with a drive to meet targets and grow within the company. A strong work ethic. Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with commercial security challenges is a plus but not essential. SaaS and Cloud technology: Experience in selling software solutions would be an advantage. About the role: The UK’s leading independent security technology integrator, is seeking a talented Junior Business Development Representative to join our well established Sales team. Cloud-based security solutions provide security capabilities directly from the cloud. They encompass various services and tools like CCTV, Access Control, and Communication systems that were traditionally kept in-house, making them more accessible, scalable, and cost-effective for our clients. This role is at our Bracknell office. This company is the UK’s largest independent integrator/installer of security solutions / lone worker solutions. They are trusted by leading brands and organisations to protect their people, assets and reputations through innovative technology and specialist expertise. Unique in the industry, this company combines the capability and footprint of a large organisation, with the agility and customer focus of an independent business. We operate at the top end, for the most discerning clients, in the most demanding and complex environments with the highest stakes, and always with integrity and customer focus Your Responsibilities: Identify and Engage Prospects: Build relationships with potential clients via phone and Teams, focusing on industries that require secure reliable security solutions. Promote Innovative Solutions: Educate prospects about our exceptional levels of service delivery, our business processes and infrastructure, levels of accreditation, innovation and technology, and putting our customers at the heart of what we do. Drive Sales Growth: Achieve and exceed sales targets by generating and converting leads into valuable partnerships. Book Appointments for Sales Executives: Schedule meetings for Sales Executives to handle high-volume opportunities from small to medium size businesses Collaborate and Innovate: Work closely with our teams to shape campaigns and ensure we meet client needs. Manage Your Pipeline: Keep track of all client interactions and progress using our CRM systems Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to join the team and make a difference in the fire and security industry. Apply today and take the next step in your career!

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Business Development Manager

Farnborough, South East Round-Peg Solutions

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Business Development Manager – Driving Global Aerospace Growth RPS is proud to be the exclusive recruitment partner for Auxitrol Weston, a world-class leader in aerospace sensor technology, in the search for an exceptional Business Development Manager. Auxitrol Weston designs, manufactures, and tests advanced temperature, speed, and pressure sensors for some of the most demanding environments in aviation and defence. With manufacturing and R&D sites in the UK, France, Mexico, and the US - and a reputation for engineering excellence - Auxitrol Weston is seeking a commercially driven Business Development Manager to lead international sales growth across its highly engineered product portfolio. The Business Development Manager will be responsible for developing and executing strategies to expand the company’s customer base, reduce reliance on legacy contracts, and open new routes to market. This includes building partnerships with major aerospace and defence primes, managing overseas agents, and engaging directly with customers to capture new business. This high-impact, outward-facing role will involve: Identifying, negotiating, and securing profitable international business. Building and strengthening relationships with OEMs, users, and partners. Leveraging Auxitrol Weston’s engineering expertise to deliver tailored solutions. Representing the company at global trade shows, trials, and industry events. Auxitrol Weston is looking for a Business Development Manager with a proven track record in international sales - ideally within aerospace & defence - who understands complex procurement processes and can close high-value deals. A degree in business, marketing, or engineering, combined with strong commercial acumen and a willingness to travel globally, is essential. Apply today via RPS - Auxitrol Weston’s sole recruitment partner - and take on the Business Development Manager role where your skills will directly influence the company’s global growth strategy and long-term success.

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Business Development Manager

Oxford, South East Hanover Dairies

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Are you passionate about sales and customer service? Want to be part of a mission-driven company to help the war on plastic, with our eco friendly approach to milk deliveries? We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Business Development/Sales Manager to join our Sales team on a permanent basis. You should have proven experience in sales in the food or dairy industry in an already successful area, all candidates must have a proven track record of sales development within your work history. You will use your expertise in customer relationships and sales techniques to identify opportunities for growth and be proactive in these opportunities to continue our success and profitability. Your responsibilities will include: Your core focus will be to grow our deliveries to businesses in the Oxfordshire area, knowledge of this area may be beneficial. You will be responsible for managing your time, ensuring you’re organised, and prioritising the growth of our customer base. Developing and implementing strategic sales plans Achieving growth and hitting/exceeding sales targets Building and promoting brand awareness. Providing daily reports Engaging with directors daily You will have a strong knowledge of our products and our delivery service Ensure the sign-up process is adhered to and implemented effectively Requirements: · Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. · A genuine interest in our eco-friendly approach. · Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and outgoing personality. · Ability to work independently and as part of a team. · Extensive experience of face-to-face sales · This role will require flexibility, commitment, strong communication skills and resilience · Excellent verbal and written communication skills · The ability to maintain calm under pressure · Reliable and punctual. What you’ll get in return: Basic salary £40,092 per annum, this is negotiable depending on experience – A sales position with security of a salary OTE Bonus – Earn up to (£25k per annum) with commission-based incentives Benefits including: Holiday of 20 days basic 8 Bank Holidays in a complete year Company Mobile Company Laptop Pension scheme This position is full time and permanent. Hours of work 37.5, working hours 9am - 5pm. Please send your CV and covering letter.

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Business Development Executive

Maidenhead, South East CK Group

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CK Group are recruiting for a Chemistry-focused Business Development Executive to join a Chemical Packaging company at their site based near Maidenhead, Berkshire, on a full time, permanent basis. The salary for this role ranges from £40,000 to £50,000, dependent on experience, with the opportunity to earn further commission. The Company: Our client is a family-owned leading packaging manufacturer, focused on new sales within the UK and Ireland markets. Location: The Business Development Executive will be based 5 days a week, fully on-site at the company's head office in the Thames Valley area and is commutable from Maidenhead, Slough, Oxford, West Greater London and Reading. Travel across the UK is required as part of the role; a Full UK driving licence is essential to be considered. Business Development Executive Role: Your main duties will be: Sourcing/identifying new customers and carrying out new sales to UK/Irish markets Cross-selling new products to existing customers Sales will be mainly telephone-based Occasional travel within the UK and overseas for customer visits and trade shows Your Background: The ideal candidate for this role will have the following skills and experience: Minimum BSc degree in a Scientific subject Minimum 2 years' experience in Technical Sales Full UK Driving licence CRM system experience Additional language-speaking ability

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Business Development Representative

Windsor, South East Jefferson Locke

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About the Company For more than two decades, this award-winning B2B marketing specialist has helped some of the world’s most innovative technology companies achieve growth through data-driven, insight-led demand generation . Known for combining creativity with strategic precision, the business delivers end-to-end programs that build brand visibility, generate qualified leads, and accelerate pipeline for global technology leaders. Its culture is collaborative, results-oriented, and passionate about helping complex tech brands simplify their story and connect with the right decision-makers. About the Role We’re looking for a French or German speaking Business Development Representative (BDR) to join a high-performing team that partners with leading global technology companies. This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of sales and marketing — helping innovative tech brands grow through smart, insight-driven lead generation. You’ll connect with senior decision-makers across EMEA, uncover opportunities, and open doors for cutting-edge technology solutions such as cloud, infrastructure, SaaS, and digital transformation. Your goal: generate high-quality sales opportunities that fuel business growth for world-class clients. What You’ll Be Doing Proactively prospect, qualify, and nurture leads with senior stakeholders (C-suite, VPs, Directors). Confidently discuss modern technology solutions — from cloud and infrastructure to SaaS and digital transformation. Build trusted relationships by understanding prospects’ pain points and positioning relevant solutions. Meet and exceed campaign KPIs and personal revenue targets. Maintain accurate, detailed CRM records to track activity and outcomes. Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to continually refine outreach strategies. Represent clients’ brands with professionalism and credibility in every interaction. What We’re Looking For Fluent in French or German (both spoken and written). Proven track record in target-driven sales, outbound prospecting, or lead generation. Confident communicator with strong influencing and relationship-building skills. Understanding of technology solutions (cloud, infrastructure, SaaS, etc.) or eagerness to learn quickly. Resilient, proactive, and motivated by achieving (and exceeding) goals. Experience with CRM and outbound calling tools is a plus, but not essential. Why Join Us Competitive base salary (£45,000) uncapped commission structure. Opportunity to work with globally recognised technology brands. A culture that values collaboration, personal growth, and commercial impact. Training and support to help you master complex technology propositions. Clear progression pathways for ambitious sales professionals. If you’re a motivated French or German speaking Business Developer looking to advance your career with a dynamic, forward-thinking business that drives success for global tech brands, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and start shaping the growth stories of some of the world’s most innovative technology companies.

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Bracknell, South East Step Ahead Recruitment Ltd

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Business Development/Account Manager – Bracknell – £40k-£0k DOE plus uncapped commission We are recruiting for a Business Development Manager / Account Manager to join a growing IT solutions provider based in Bracknell. Our client is a well-established IT services provider. They have recently secured significant investment and are in a strong growth phase so lots of opportunity to progress in the future. This role is ideal for a new business "hunter" with proven experience in the IT Channel (MSPs, Resellers, Distributors, Vendors). Initially, your focus will be on winning new clients and driving revenue growth, however, you will retain ownership of all accounts you bring on. Over time, the role will evolve to become more account management focused, as your portfolio of clients grows. You'll develop long-term relationships, uncover upsell opportunities, and become a trusted partner to your accounts. This is not a pass-it-on sales role, you will keep and grow the accounts you win. What’s in it for you? £5 000 – £6 000 base salary (dependent on experience) Uncapped commission structure 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Hybrid working Pension scheme Company laptop and phone (or allowance) Comprehensive onboarding and product training Clear path for career progression in a growing sales team Job role: Identify and engage new business opportunities within the IT Channel Manage full sales cycle from lead generation to close Retain ownership of newly acquired accounts post-sale Transition into a more account management-focused role over time Grow and nurture long-term client relationships Meet and exceed sales targets and KPIs Who/what are we looking for? Ideally 3 years experience in IT channel sales with a reseller, distributor, or vendor Proven track record in new business development Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Results-driven, proactive, and able to work independently Please apply here with your CV. Step Ahead Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of our client.

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Business Development Lead

Maidenhead, South East Envisage Recruitment Limited

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Job Title: Senior Business Development Manager Overview We are seeking a highly experienced Business Development professional to play a pivotal role in driving commercial growth. This is a senior position with responsibility for shaping market strategy, building high-value client relationships, and delivering sustainable revenue growth across multiple sectors. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute a strategic business development plan to expand market share and diversify revenue streams. Identify and secure new client partnerships within automotive, motorsport, aerospace, defence, and other advanced engineering sectors. Lead commercial negotiations, bids, and proposals for major contracts. Build and maintain C-suite and senior stakeholder relationships with OEMs, Tier 1s, and strategic partners. Work closely with technical and operational teams to align client requirements with capabilities and deliverables. Provide market insight, competitor intelligence, and input into product/service roadmaps. Represent the business at key industry events, conferences, and networking forums. Candidate Profile Proven track record of delivering multi-million pound sales growth in engineering, manufacturing, or technology-driven industries. Strong commercial acumen with experience in complex B2B sales cycles and long-term partnership development. Excellent negotiation, influencing, and stakeholder management skills at board level. Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify and convert new opportunities. Comfortable operating both strategically and hands-on to deliver results. Degree educated, ideally in engineering, business, or a related field. Package Competitive base salary Attractive performance-related bonus structure Car allowance and executive benefits package Clear progression opportunities into director-level leadership

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Business Development Executive

Reading, South East BMS Performance

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Business Development Executive - Reading Software and Psychometric testing Reading (Office-based, 5 days per week) £30,000-£5,000 basic | 0,000 OTE (uncapped) Join a growing people development and psychometrics business with a strong UK and global presence Sell a unique suite of personality assessment and learning tools to both corporate clients and independent consultants Be part of a company with an ambitious growth plan, excellent training, and clear career progression At BMS, we've been engaged by a fast-growing learning and assessment provider to recruit a Business Development Executive. This is an exciting opportunity to join a business that's scaling quickly, developing new products, and expanding its commercial team to support continued success. The Company Our client is a specialist provider of psychometric testing software and learning solutions, helping organisations improve how they understand, develop, and engage their people. Founded in 2010 and now employing over 170 people globally, the business works with both corporate clients and a network of independent consultants. With over a decade of proven success and a focus on continuous innovation, they are now investing heavily in expanding their sales team. Under strong commercial leadership, the company has grown its sales function from 3 to 10 people since 2020 and plans to hire five more over the next year. The culture is collaborative, ambitious, and full of people who genuinely believe in what they sell. The Role As a Business Development Executive, you'll focus on driving new business opportunities with organisations across the UK and Europe. Engage HR, L&D, and Training leaders to understand their development needs. Conduct discovery calls, demos, and tailored proposals to secure new partnerships. Work a varied mix of inbound leads, marketing-generated activity, and self-sourced outreach. Manage the full sales cycle - from prospecting through to onboarding and handover. Expected activity: ~100 outbound calls per week and 4 new client meetings per week. The Candidate We're looking for an ambitious salesperson who has: 1-2 years' experience in B2B sales with proven closing ability. Strong communication skills and the confidence to engage senior stakeholders. Comfort making outbound calls and developing new relationships. Ambition to grow into a senior role as the team continues to scale. The Package Basic Salary: 0,000- 5,000 OTE: 0,000 (uncapped) Holidays: 25 days Benefits: Pension, mobile provided, strong learning and development support Location: Reading (office-based, 5 days per week)

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