Business Development Manager

Manchester, North West £45000 - £50000 Annually Vivo Talent

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Business Development Manager North UK

Remote (with occasional travel to head office)
£40,000–£5,000 (up to 0,000 DOE) + 2,000 OTE + Car Allowance + Benefits

An exciting opportunity to join a growing business with strong values, excellent progression prospects, and a clear vision for the future.

Our client is well-established and profitable supplier of domestic and commercial lighting products to the UK electrical wholesale market.

Part of a larger privately-owned group, proud of their heritage, reputation for outstanding service, and the strong values that underpin everything they do.

As part of growth plans, they are rebuilding their sales team and creating opportunities for ambitious Business Development Managers to develop and grow with them.

We are currently recruiting for two Business Development Managers (BDMs) :

  • North UK Region 

  • South East Region

The Role
  • As a BDM, you will take ownership of your region, building strong relationships with electrical wholesalers, increasing brand awareness, and driving profitable growth.
  • You will work closely with the senior sales and marketing teams to deliver campaigns, develop accounts, and provide solutions that meet customer needs.
  • Full product training will be provided along with a clear progression pathway as the business expands.
Key Responsibilities
  • Build and manage relationships with wholesalers in your region

  • Proactively develop new and existing accounts through regular customer contact, both in person and via video meetings

  • Understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions

  • Contribute to sales and marketing strategies and campaigns to grow revenue and margin

  • Develop and maintain strong product knowledge to act as a credible expert

  • Input into forecasting and business planning

About You

We are looking for a self-motivated, results-driven salesperson who thrives on building strong business relationships and delivering growth.

You will have:

  • Experience in sales and account management, ideally within the electrical wholesale sector

  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills

  • The ability to think strategically and commercially

  • Confidence using Office 365 and CRM systems

  • A positive outlook and alignment with the company’s values

Lighting-specific experience is not essential,  full training will be provided.

What’s on Offer
  • Competitive base salary: £45,00 (up to 0,000 for exceptional candidates)

  • Commission: 2,000 OTE (paid quarterly, with potential to exceed targets)

  • Annual profit share

  • Car allowance

  • Pension and life insurance

  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

  • Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits

  • Long service award and employee assistance programme

  • Clear career progression opportunities

Interview Process
  • Initial informal video interview

  • Final interview at head office, including a short presentation:
     • Sell Company product versus a competitor’s product
     • Share your approach for the first 90 days in the role

If you are an ambitious salesperson looking for your next step in a supportive, growing business, we would love to hear from you

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Business Development Manager

Huddersfield, Yorkshire and the Humber £30000 Annually Reactive Permanent Recruitment

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Business Development Manager - Huddersfield, West Yorkshire 

Reactive Permanent Recruitment (RPR) are proud to be working with one of Europe’s largest and established media groups. Due to continued growth, they now seek an experienced Business Development Manager to sell their leading range of multi-media marketing solutions direct to clients across the above regions. 

The role:

  • Lead Sourcing: You will be responsible for sourcing your own leads, booking your own sales appointments, and selling to businesses within your patch. You will work towards quarterly sales target.
  • Attending Sales Meetings: You will be targeted with attending a set number of sales meetings each week. During these meetings you will gather information about the target business pertinent to their advertising needs. You will present the company’s proposition (in person or via Teams) in these meetings and be the face of the business in your territory.
  • Managing a Sales Pipeline: You will be required to maintain an up-to-date CRM system, documenting your client interactions and activities. You will use this to ensure that you are generating enough leads and sitting enough appointments to satisfy your sales targets.
  • Building Proposals: You will make use of marketing material/documentation etc to compile your own sales proposals to present to prospective clients.
  • Forecasting/Meeting Sales Targets: You be responsible for meeting monthly/quarterly sales targets/KPIs and will be required to accurately forecast your expected revenue to your line manager.
  • Negotiation: You will possess a good level of commercial acumen and a proven ability to negotiate and close sales.

The person:

  • A solid background in a B2B field sales role is essential
  • Expert new business experience also essential
  • Media/advertising sales experience advantageous
  • You will have a strong, demonstrable track record of meeting sales targets
  • Proficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
  • You will be comfortable creating professional sales presentations using MS PowerPoint and proficient with all aspects of MS Outlook including managing a business calendar, task list etc
  • Well presented, professional and articulate. This is a client facing role and you will serve as a representative of the company brand. You will have a confident, well-spoken telephone manner and will always present yourself immaculately when meeting clients
  • Ability to travel to patch with ease. You will be selling to businesses within a geographic territory, and it is vital that you can travel to the region. Ideally you will live within the territory

The package:

  • Excellent starting salary of £30,000 pa 
  • Excellent high uncapped OTE
  • Good car allowance + mileage 
  • Other fantastic personal and family benefits, perks & incentives
  • Excellent induction, ongoing support and career path

For more information about this exciting and rewarding Business Development Manager career, please APPLY TODAY.

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Sheffield, Business Development Manager, Field Sales, Media Sales, Advertising Sales, Media Field Sales Executive, Account Manager, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD1

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Business Development Manager

Greater Manchester, North West £38000 - £45000 Annually City Group Recruitment

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Job Title: Business Development Manager – Security & Facilities Management
Location: Remote (North of England)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30–17:00
Salary: Circa £40,000 (dependent on experience) + Uncapped Commission
Benefits: Laptop, Mobile Phone, Mileage Allowance

Job Summary:
We are looking for a motivated and results-driven Business Development Manager with at least 5 years' proven B2B sales experience , ideally within the security or facilities management sectors.

This is a remote/home-based role covering the North of England , requiring regular travel throughout your region and occasional visits to our London or regional offices.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Generate new business through cold calling, networking, and referrals
  • li>Build and maintain a pipeline of new opportunities
  • Conduct site visits, client meetings, and prepare tenders
  • Deliver presentations and negotiate deals to close sales
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure service delivery excellence
  • Meet and exceed monthly sales targets

Requirements:

  • Minimum 5 years' experience in B2B sales
  • Experience in security or facilities management preferred
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Self-motivated, proactive, and target-driven

Why Join Us?

  • Forward thinking business championing diversity in the security industry
  • Supportive, inclusive culture with a progressive mindset
  • Uncapped commission – your success directly impacts your earnings
  • < i>Remote working with autonomy and flexibility

Apply now or contact Angie at City Group Recruitment for more information.

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Business Development Manager

Greater Manchester, North West £40000 - £55000 Annually The People Pod

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Business Development Manager - Veterinary LIMS

Revolutionising Veterinary Laboratory Management

Are you an experienced BDM in LIMS with a passion for driving innovation in the veterinary sector? Do you thrive on building relationships with laboratories, diagnostic facilities, and research organisations to deliver cutting-edge Veterinary Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)?

We're looking for a high-performing Business Development Manager to lead our expansion into the veterinary diagnostics space, helping laboratories streamline workflows, enhance compliance, and improve efficiency with our industry-leading LIMS solutions.



Why Join Us?

  • Innovative Technology - Be part of a company delivering state-of-the-art LIMS solutions tailored for veterinary labs.
  • Uncapped Earning Potential - Competitive base salary of 40-55K DOE with realistic 100K+ OTE.
  • Flexible & Remote Working - Work from home while engaging with veterinary professionals and lab managers across the UK.
  • Growth & Development - Ongoing training in cutting-edge digital pathology and veterinary diagnostics solutions.


Key Responsibilities:



Business Growth & Sales Strategy

  • Identify, engage, and secure veterinary laboratories, research organisations, and animal health diagnostics companies as key clients.
  • Develop and execute a targeted sales strategy for the veterinary sector, ensuring maximum market penetration .
  • Proactively generate high-quality leads through networking, referrals, and industry events.


Solution Selling & Consultative Approach

  • Understand veterinary lab workflows and compliance needs to tailor LIMS solutions for optimal performance.
  • Deliver compelling presentations and product demonstrations, positioning our LIMS as the gold standard for veterinary diagnostics.
  • Provide expert advice on how our technology improves sample tracking, regulatory compliance, and lab efficiency .


Sales Cycle & Relationship Management

  • Manage the full sales cycle , from lead generation to contract negotiation and closing deals.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless implementation and ongoing customer success.
  • Maintain strong relationships with veterinary lab directors, pathologists, and diagnostic managers .
  • Represent the company at veterinary trade shows, industry events, and networking conferences .


What We're Looking For:

  • Experience in B2B sales of LIMS, software, or technology solutions , ideally in veterinary, pathology, or diagnostics.
  • Strong knowledge of veterinary laboratory workflows, sample tracking, and compliance requirements .
  • A proven track record of hitting and exceeding sales targets in a competitive, consultative sales environment.
  • Excellent presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills .
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote setting .
  • A background in veterinary diagnostics, animal health, or related life sciences is a huge plus.


Ideal Backgrounds:

  • Veterinary Medicine & Diagnostics
  • Animal Health Research
  • Veterinary Pathology & Microbiology Labs
  • Biorepository & Sample Management
  • Digital Pathology & Genetic Testing
  • Commercial Veterinary Laboratories


Ready to Make an Impact?

Join us and be at the forefront of transforming veterinary lab management with cutting-edge LIMS technology.

Salary: 40-55K DOE + Over 100K OTE + Benefits
Work from Home - Fully Remote

Apply today and help shape the future of veterinary diagnostics.

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Business Development Manager

Calderdale, Yorkshire and the Humber £25000 - £35000 Annually Cogent Staffing

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Cogent Staffing is looking for a an experienced Business Development Manager to join their team. Covering Industrial, Engineering and Commercial roles, both temporary and permanent across the Yorkshire and Lancashire areas.

Working within a huge geographical remit with an uncapped earning potential. You will be responsible for developing new business opportunities and maintaining a standard of service across a verity of A-Z Business.

As a Business Developer, you will be tasked with

  • Creating strategic and tactical plans to successfully reach new business opportunities
  • li>Creating sales forecasts and actively working towards reaching them
  • Identifying new business opportunities, including new markets, new clients, new partnerships or new products and services
  • Engaging with potential clients by phone, email, meetings, webinars and social media
  • Building relationships with new clients, leading to a sustainable sales revenue stream
  • Preparing client presentations e.g., Power Points, Brochures and Website content
  • Developing a strong understanding of Company products, competitors and positioning

Required

  • Ideally You will have previous sales experience within recruitment.
  • A competitive individual, who thrives to achieve their goals
  • Incredibly resilient and ambitious

What can we offer you?

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Highly lucrative commission schemes - designed to motivate and reward high performance.
  • Industry recognised training
  • Full back office and in-branch support functions including an exceptional marketing team to ensure brand awareness is optimised for your market.
  • Fantastic opportunities for career progression set out from day one.
  • Annual awards
  • Trips abroad
  • Holiday buying scheme
  • Life insurance
  • Free Parking

At Cogent Staffing, we are committed to ethical recruitment practices and fostering an inclusive workplace. We actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that diversity enriches our teams and enhances our ability to serve our clients effectively.

We ensure that our recruitment processes are fair, transparent, and free from bias, promoting equal opportunities for all applicants.

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Business Development Executive

Manchester, North West £27000 - £32000 Annually Incognate

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Business Development Executive | Remote | Full-Time | Up to £32K + Bonus

Looking to launch your career in business development? Have a sharp, strategic mindset and a way with words?

Join a growing B2B marketing agency working with some of the world’s most exciting tech brands — offering excellent training and development opportunities and fantastic earning potential.

We’re Incognate, a dynamic, family-run B2B marketing agency with an international client base and a reputation for getting results.

Now, we’re looking for ambitious, up and coming sales professionals to join our fully remote team as a Business Development Executive (internal). You’ll learn directly from experienced marketers and gain hands-on experience working on global client campaigns.

This internal sales role is perfect if you’re curious, driven, and ready to build a long-term career in business development, sales, or marketing. You don’t need years of experience — just the right mindset, strong communication skills, and a desire to grow.

Why Join Incognate?

  • Established agency (since 2004) with a strong global client portfolio
  • li>Remote-first with flexible working hours that fit your lifestyle
  • Fast-track your development – we promote from within and support long-term growth
  • < i>Close-knit and supportive team
  • Your work will have a real impact from day one

What You’ll Get:

    < i>Competitive salary (£7k - 2k) + performance bonuses li>Flexible, fully remote working
  • Birthday off + an extra day’s leave for every year you’re with us
  • Employee Assistance Programme (mental health, legal, and financial advice)
  • Stakeholder pension with employer contributions

Key Responsibilities of the Business Development Executive:

  • Engaging with senior decision-makers (yes, even C-level!) across international markets
  • Learning how to drive lead generation via LinkedIn, email, and phone outreach
  • Supporting multiple client campaigns using smart messaging and strategies
  • Collaborating with experienced marketers and learning the ropes of B2B sales
  • Keeping CRM systems up to date with accurate data and insights

What We’re Looking For:

    < i>Previous experience in Business Development, Sales Development or Telemarketing would be beneficial
  • A natural communicator – confident, friendly, and persuasive
  • < i>Someone who enjoys research, thinking strategically, and crafting the right message
  • Highly organised and motivated to manage your time independently
  • Comfortable with Microsoft Office and Teams (or quick to learn!)
  • A proactive, resilient attitude – you’re curious, coachable, and ready to get stuck in

Ready to start something exciting?

If you’re looking for a new challenge, where hard work is truly rewarded - then this is your chance to grow, learn, and make your mark in a fast-moving agency environment.

Apply for one of these exciting Business Development Executive positions now and start building your future with Incognate.

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Business Development Executive

Greater Manchester, North West £30000 - £35000 Annually Duval Associates

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New Business Sales - Business Development – Solution Sales Closer – SaaS
All new business appointments made for you - 100% closers role.
Office based  in gorgeous Manchester City Centre Offices
£30,000 - £5,000  with INCREDIBLE no threshold comms Year 1 £7 000 ! Guaranteed comms months 1-3. Game changing £ 0,000 OTE in year 2!
Benefits include  quarterly bonus, enhanced holidays and birthday off, access to EAP and Health Shield, discounts on parking food and drinks and more. Plus on-site gym!
Closers role - Forward thinking solution sales - Tech.
Must have  2 years stability in a similar sales role closing deals (solution sales) - speak to Lauren for more info!

Appointments and leads generated for you by an elite lead gen team of 75 and a superbly dynamic partner network and marketing team.
No cold calling – Consultative Sales - Closing role!

Join an award winning for Service and Sech – Buzzing environment - Wicked team - Growth, career and excellent benefits!

The Role:
Targets, performance, closing, consultative, objecting handling and coaching – SaaS Tech!
Selling a range of 3 market leading business solution products into SME business UK Wide. Sell add-ons, training, support and advisory services alongside the SaaS software.

  • 90% of sales product demos set up by the lead gen team.
  • li>25% of demos / sales close on the day 75% 2-3
  • Average deal value between £5,000 - £ ,000
  • < i>Ace training month 1 (Software, CRM, product and sales focussed training)

What do you need:

  • 2+ years in a B2b sales role selling a solution to business’ in a fast-paced environment.
  • < i>Commutable to Manchester City Centre offices li>Ideally 3 years B2b solution sales with drive and hunger to earn 80-90-100K+!
  • Game changing and sometimes life changing money and bonuses.
  • You need resilience – it is sales after all. You need passion and excellent communication

Just the best BDM role in Manchester right now! Speak to Lauren at Duval.

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Business Development Manager

Greater Manchester, North West £60000 - £65000 Annually Classic 10 Ltd

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Are you an experienced Complex Care BDM or Account Manager with strong links with ICBs and/or Case Managers looking for a new challenge?

Our client is a forward-thinking complex care provider embarking on a period of substantial growth over the next 12 months. Backed by a strong operational and clinical team, your job will be to open doors utilising your existing and creating new relationships within funding organisations in your region.

Managing your own diary and working from home, the right candidates will have a track record of success, bringing on new packages of care with complex conditions such as SCI, ABI, Ventilation management and neuro degenerative diseases. Regular travel to client meetings and head office will be required as part of the role.

You will be based in the Manchester area with regular travel across the region and to the head office, in exchange there will be a salary of up to 60k dependent upon experience as well as company benefits including:

  • 25 days annual leave + statutory bank holiday for permanent employees or equivalent
  • Extra day off for your birthday
  • Pension contributions
  • Collaborative and supportive working environment.
  • Car allowance
  • Statutory maternity/paternity leave

Ready to take the next exciting step in your career? Apply today!

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Business Development Manager

Cheshire, North West £70000 - £80000 Annually Morgan Ryder Associates

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Business Development Manager

Bespoke Control Systems (Off-Highway & Industrial Applications)

North West England (Hybrid - Office presence required 3+ days/week)

A well-established, values-led manufacturer is seeking a Business Development Manager to support the growth of their European operation.

With a strong European footprint and a global customer base, the company supplies both globally recognised OEMs and specialised, niche vehicle and machinery manufacturers with operator controls, HMI systems (hardware and software), sensor technology, and machine safety systems.

Why This Role?

This is more than a sales role. It's an opportunity to become a trusted advisor to high-profile OEM customers-helping them innovate and optimise how people interact with machines. The business offers a progressive and people-first environment, with long-term thinking at the heart of its culture.

The Role:

  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities across off-highway, construction, agriculture, and material handling sectors
  • Grow and support existing customer relationships, offering tailored technical solutions across a broad product range
  • Manage complex, multi-year sales cycles from early design discussions to production
  • Understand customer needs and work cross-functionally with internal engineering and project teams
  • Help drive expansion into new key accounts and industry segments
  • Support the adoption of new internal systems and tools (e.g., CRM and project tracking)

Ideal Candidate:

  • Strong background in technical sales, ideally within electromechanical, HMI, or off-highway sectors
  • Experience with complex B2B sales, including solutions involving both hardware and software
  • Confident discussing topics such as safety integrity, performance levels, and technical specifications
  • Commercially astute with experience managing long-term customer relationships and development projects
  • Independent and proactive, with a relationship-led approach and a collaborative mindset
  • Values-driven and aligned with a business culture focused on continuous improvement, openness, and responsibility
  • Able to attend the North West office more than three days per week

At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions.

We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy.

Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes.

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Business Development Manager

Greater Manchester, North West £40000 - £60000 Annually Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD

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Bennett and Game have partnered with a forward thinking and highly successful start up Freight Forwarder and are actively recruiting for a skilled Business Development Manager to join their growing team.

This is a fully remote role offering great flexibility, trust and benefits for a commercially astute Sales Professional that has proven success in the Freight & Haulage markets.

Business Development Manager - Job Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen with a rapidly expanding freight forwarding and 3rd party logistics provider offering agile, tech-driven solutions across UK & European road freight, warehousing, and value-added logistics services.

As their specialist recruitment partner, we're seeking a Business Development Manager with proven experience in the freight industry to help drive further growth across new and existing markets. You'll play a pivotal role in delivering strategic sales across full/part loads, groupage, time-critical shipments, and tailored 3PL solutions-supporting customers with high service expectations.

This is a role for someone who thrives in a start-up culture: fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and focused on results.

Business Development Manager - Job Requirement

  • Strong background in freight forwarding, road transport, or 3PL sales
  • Proven ability to win new business and grow strategic accounts
  • Experience across UK domestic and European markets
  • Commercially astute, target-driven, and confident presenting solutions to decision-makers
  • Comfortable operating remotely and building your own sales pipeline
  • Tech-savvy and process-oriented with experience using CRMs and reporting tool

Business Development Manager - Salary & Package

  • Salary: 40,000 - 60,000 DOE
  • Commission & Bonus: Generous structure rewarding performance
  • Company Car or Allowance
  • Remote-First Role: Fully remote working (Hybrid available if local to the North West HQ)

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

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