Business Development Manager

4 weeks ago


Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom Lingwood Food Services Ltd Full time

New Business Development Manager

  • Annual Salary: £35,000 with OTE up to £55,000
  • Office-based in Stowmarket
  • Full-time

We are seeking a New Business Development Manager to spearhead sales and business development activities for our product range. This role is ideal for a candidate with a background in food processing capital equipment sales or project management. The successful candidate will be office-based initially to become well-acquainted with our operating systems, processes, and product range.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Conduct market research to identify and investigate market opportunities for the equipment.
  • Engage in telephone prospecting and manage customer visits and meetings to promote and market the equipment.
  • Create and develop live sales enquiries and achieve required levels of customer visits weekly.
  • Manage time and resources effectively to meet sales and profitability targets.
  • Set up and oversee customer trials, send sales introductory letters, and literature packs.
  • Write and send targeted area mailshots, including email and telephone follow-ups.
  • Liaise with suppliers on specific projects and learn about the equipment range and suppliers.
  • Promote the full product range to customers and prospects and assist with machine installations.
  • Update the company's CRM system regularly and provide weekly and monthly sales reports to the Sales Director.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Proven experience in sales or project management, ideally within food processing capital equipment.
  • Experience in developing New Business
  • Demonstrable strategic approach to growing sales.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with suppliers and customers.
  • Ability to work autonomously and report effectively to the Sales Director.
  • Proficiency in using CRM systems and producing detailed sales reports.

Benefits:

  • Competitive base salary with on-target earnings (OTE) of up to £55,000.
  • Company performance bonus of £2,000.
  • Company car provided after the initial training period.
  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic role with autonomy in strategy and execution.

To apply for this Business Development Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.



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