Business Development Manager

4 hours ago


Desborough, United Kingdom Northampton Business Directory Full time

Job DescriptionAs a Business Development Manager, you will work to develop and improve the Company's position and achieve financial growth in line with the long‐term strategic goals of Great Bear. Reporting directly to the Head of Sales, you will play a pivotal role in the on‐going development and management of existing contracts and the expansion and growth within Great Bear.Your primary function will be to prospect for new clients through networking and other means of generating interest. With this you should be able to demonstrate an extensive portfolio of successful contract negotiations with key contacts and relations within the warehousing and distribution sector.Strategic planning is key to the critical success of this role and in line with developing a pipeline of new business coming into the Company, you will be required to ensure a thorough knowledge of the industry, its competitors and the solutions and services that the Company can provide.Working hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hour week.This position can be based at our Tattenhall, Desborough or Chesterfield site however travel will be required.Key Duties of a Business Development Manager:New Business Development:Active 'hunting' for new prospects / potential new clients.Secure new business in line with the Company growth plan.Identify potential clients and decision makers, building working relationships of trust and confidence.Promote and represent the Company brand and its values to differentiate the Company and its services from our competitors.Present to potential new clients, whilst working with the wider team and other areas of the business to develop proposals that meet the client's needs and objectives.Produce written customer proposals.Business Development Planning:Attend industry associated events and conferences to obtain information on the market and creative trends.Work closely with the Senior Management Teams to consult and explore the development of new business services.Identify opportunities for campaigns and services to present to new and existing clients.Use knowledge of the market and competitors to identify and develop the Company's unique selling propositions and differentiators.Management & Research:Understand the Company's goal and purpose to enable continual enhancement of the Company's performance.Research and develop a thorough understanding of the Company, it's services, it's people and capabilities.Produce reports and documentation to present to the Board, Senior Management Teams and the Companies clients.Work with various areas of the business to forecast and budget to ensure accurate commercial submissions.Monitor and identify developments and opportunities within the industry to allow the Company to refine and hone propositions.#J-18808-Ljbffr



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