6 Small Businesses jobs in Bury St. Edmunds
Business Development
Posted 14 days ago
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What you'll do:
- Lead Generation & Prospecting : Leading the team to Identify and pursue new business opportunities by researching potential clients, industries, and markets.
- Moving at Pace: The ability to multitask at pace, identify quick wins within the prospect base, qualify and close.
- Accountability: Forecasting in this role is of vital importance, you will be expected to deliver a commitment for the team and play a pivotal role in driving sales to close.
- Sales & Revenue Growth : Develop and implement strategies to achieve sales targets, working closely with the wider business, providing feedback from customers and team, ensuring we are providing the right services and solutions to Mid Market customers.
- Proposal & Contract Negotiation : Prepare and deliver compelling proposals, presentations, and contracts that align with client needs and company goals.
- Reporting: Track and report on key business development activities, prospecting, sales cycle, and performance metrics.
- Team Leader Skills: Ability to manager a team and their performance. Define clear KPI's. Ensure expectations and objectives are set and understood. Be high motivated and motivate others, providing guidance and encouragement. Ensure team members take responsibility of their tasks.
- Resilience : Adjust strategies when needed, encourage creative problem solving.
- A track record of delivering high volume new business telecoms deals into Mid-Market business's
- Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Highly motivated with a results-oriented mindset.
- Proficiency in CRM software (e.g., Salesforce), Microsoft Office Suite, and other business development tools.
Sky Business is the business-to-business division of Sky. We provide a wide variety of commercial premises across the UK and ROI with unrivalled entertainment, unmissable live sport and breaking news - connecting and entertaining millions of people every day. We also provide communication services to its customers including Sky WiFI and Sky Ethernet. Our heartland is the licensed trade - pubs, bars and hotels - but we also provide entertainment and connectivity services to oil rigs, sports stadiums, offices, care homes and hospitals, just to name a few!
The Rewards:
There's a reason people can't stop talking about #LifeAtSky. Our great range of rewards really are something special, here are just a few:Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place
- A generous pension package
- Private healthcare
- Discounted mobile and broadband
- Access a wide range of exclusive Sky VIP rewards and experiences
Your office base:This role is a Field based and involve travel around the UK including regular visits to Sky Offices, including our head office in Isleworth
Inclusion
We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can.
We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process.
Why wait?
Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can't wait to hear from you.
To find out more about working with us, search #LifeAtSky on social media. A job you love to talk about.
Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
Business Development Manager
Posted 3 days ago
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We are seeking a proactive and ambitious professional who will help to grow a membership base and drive new business opportunities. This role focuses on building relationships, identifying opportunities, and tailoring proposals to excite and engage supporters.
The ideal candidate will have experience in pitching, developing bespoke packages, and securing corporate partnerships or sponsorships. You will play a key role in creating compelling presentations and proposals that resonate with prospective clients, helping to grow their network and maximise engagement.
This is a varied and rewarding position for someone who thrives on building relationships, thinking creatively, and delivering results.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities, particularly with corporate clients
- Develop tailored pitches, proposals, and sponsorship decks to match client needs
- Build and maintain strong relationships with current and potential supporters
- Collaborate with internal teams to create compelling packages and offerings
- Contribute to the growth and success of membership and corporate partnerships
Requirements:
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Experience in sales, business development, or partnership management
- Ability to think strategically and creatively when tailoring proposals
- Highly motivated, organised, and results-driven
Business Development Specialist
Posted 3 days ago
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Company Description
Morrison Freight Ltd is a privately owned European road haulier and freight forwarder, providing comprehensive logistical and supply chain solutions across mainland Europe. Founded in 1990, the company prides itself on delivering a professional yet personal service to its customers, offering door-to-door European network coverage. With strategic representation in Germany, Italy, Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic, and Romania, Morrison Freight Ltd ensures the most cost-effective transportation of goods while maintaining high service standards.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for a Business Development Specialist located in the Ipswich area, with a minimum of three years experience within the European road freight/shipping sector. The Business Development Specialist will be responsible for lead generation, conducting market research, and analyzing data to identify business opportunities. The role will also involve maintaining excellent customer service, fostering client relationships, and effectively communicating with prospects and clients to expand the company's customer base.
- Identify and develop new sales leads
- Positive sales activities to generate new business opportunities
- Regular engagement with customers to ensure new and current business is maintained.
- Prepare, deliver and follow up quotations and leads.
- Work alongside weekly and monthly targets
- Seamlessly passing converted jobs to the operations department
- Prospect new opportunities for the assigned facilities and/or markets leveraging cold calling techniques.
- Helping grow new customer and business development portfolio within the assigned customer base collaborate within the sales team to prioritise opportunities based on market capacity demands and profile needs.
The company would be happy and encourage the candidate to visit trade shows, customers and local networking events if they wish to do so.
Office based role
8.30-5pm - Monday - Friday
25 days holiday
Bonus scheme
Salary expectations D.O.E. between £28,000-£35,000
Business Development Manager
Posted today
Job Viewed
Job Description
We are seeking a proactive and ambitious professional who will help to grow a membership base and drive new business opportunities. This role focuses on building relationships, identifying opportunities, and tailoring proposals to excite and engage supporters.
The ideal candidate will have experience in pitching, developing bespoke packages, and securing corporate partnerships or sponsorships. You will play a key role in creating compelling presentations and proposals that resonate with prospective clients, helping to grow their network and maximise engagement.
This is a varied and rewarding position for someone who thrives on building relationships, thinking creatively, and delivering results.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities, particularly with corporate clients
- Develop tailored pitches, proposals, and sponsorship decks to match client needs
- Build and maintain strong relationships with current and potential supporters
- Collaborate with internal teams to create compelling packages and offerings
- Contribute to the growth and success of membership and corporate partnerships
Requirements:
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Experience in sales, business development, or partnership management
- Ability to think strategically and creatively when tailoring proposals
- Highly motivated, organised, and results-driven
Business Development Specialist
Posted today
Job Viewed
Job Description
Company Description
Morrison Freight Ltd is a privately owned European road haulier and freight forwarder, providing comprehensive logistical and supply chain solutions across mainland Europe. Founded in 1990, the company prides itself on delivering a professional yet personal service to its customers, offering door-to-door European network coverage. With strategic representation in Germany, Italy, Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic, and Romania, Morrison Freight Ltd ensures the most cost-effective transportation of goods while maintaining high service standards.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for a Business Development Specialist located in the Ipswich area, with a minimum of three years experience within the European road freight/shipping sector. The Business Development Specialist will be responsible for lead generation, conducting market research, and analyzing data to identify business opportunities. The role will also involve maintaining excellent customer service, fostering client relationships, and effectively communicating with prospects and clients to expand the company's customer base.
- Identify and develop new sales leads
- Positive sales activities to generate new business opportunities
- Regular engagement with customers to ensure new and current business is maintained.
- Prepare, deliver and follow up quotations and leads.
- Work alongside weekly and monthly targets
- Seamlessly passing converted jobs to the operations department
- Prospect new opportunities for the assigned facilities and/or markets leveraging cold calling techniques.
- Helping grow new customer and business development portfolio within the assigned customer base collaborate within the sales team to prioritise opportunities based on market capacity demands and profile needs.
The company would be happy and encourage the candidate to visit trade shows, customers and local networking events if they wish to do so.
Office based role
8.30-5pm - Monday - Friday
25 days holiday
Bonus scheme
Salary expectations D.O.E. between £28,000-£35,000
Desk Manager Business Development
Posted 14 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
What you'll do:
- Lead Generation & Prospecting : Leading the team to Identify and pursue new business opportunities by researching potential clients, industries, and markets.
- Moving at Pace: The ability to multitask at pace, identify quick wins within the prospect base, qualify and close.
- Accountability: Forecasting in this role is of vital importance, you will be expected to deliver a commitment for the team and play a pivotal role in driving sales to close.
- Sales & Revenue Growth : Develop and implement strategies to achieve sales targets, working closely with the wider business, providing feedback from customers and team, ensuring we are providing the right services and solutions to Mid Market customers.
- Proposal & Contract Negotiation : Prepare and deliver compelling proposals, presentations, and contracts that align with client needs and company goals.
- Reporting: Track and report on key business development activities, prospecting, sales cycle, and performance metrics.
- Team Leader Skills: Ability to manager a team and their performance. Define clear KPI's. Ensure expectations and objectives are set and understood. Be high motivated and motivate others, providing guidance and encouragement. Ensure team members take responsibility of their tasks.
- Resilience : Adjust strategies when needed, encourage creative problem solving.
- A track record of delivering high volume new business telecoms deals into Mid-Market business's
- Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Highly motivated with a results-oriented mindset.
- Proficiency in CRM software (e.g., Salesforce), Microsoft Office Suite, and other business development tools.
Sky Business is the business-to-business division of Sky. We provide a wide variety of commercial premises across the UK and ROI with unrivalled entertainment, unmissable live sport and breaking news - connecting and entertaining millions of people every day. We also provide communication services to its customers including Sky WiFI and Sky Ethernet. Our heartland is the licensed trade - pubs, bars and hotels - but we also provide entertainment and connectivity services to oil rigs, sports stadiums, offices, care homes and hospitals, just to name a few!
The Rewards:
There's a reason people can't stop talking about #LifeAtSky. Our great range of rewards really are something special, here are just a few:Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place
- A generous pension package
- Private healthcare
- Discounted mobile and broadband
- Access a wide range of exclusive Sky VIP rewards and experiences
Your office base:This role is a Field based and involve travel around the UK including regular visits to Sky Offices, including our head office in Isleworth
Inclusion
We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can.
We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process.
Why wait?
Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can't wait to hear from you.
To find out more about working with us, search #LifeAtSky on social media. A job you love to talk about.
Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
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