Business Development Manager
- Annual Salary: £50,000 - £55,000
- Location: Potters Bar
- Job Type: Full-time, permanent
We are on the lookout for an experienced Business Development Manager to join this very-well established company based in the local area.
This role is crucial for expanding the client base in London and the Home Counties.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in the commercial cleaning industry and be adept at driving business growth.
Day to Day of the role:
- Develop and maintain a pipeline of business opportunities in key sectors and markets.
- Create and implement sales strategies to acquire new clients within the commercial cleaning industry.
- Negotiate and close contracts, striving to meet or exceed sales targets.
- Build and nurture relationships with potential clients to align our services with their needs.
- Manage the tendering process, including site visits, presentations, and documentation.
- Provide sales activity reports, pipeline status, sales forecasts, and progress updates to senior management.
- Collaborate with the Operations Team on Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs) and tender documents.
- Participate in client meetings and presentations to promote our services and objectives.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven sales success within the commercial cleaning industry.
- In-depth knowledge of commercial cleaning services, equipment, and best practices.
- Experience with online bid portals and tender preparation.
- Demonstrated ability to sell to large businesses and public sector organisations.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
- Commitment to continuous professional development.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonus structure.
- Company car or mileage allowance.
- Company smartphone and laptop.
- Access to an on-site gym and free parking.
- Private medical insurance.
- Proximity to transport links.
- Free fruit, snacks & drinks in the office.
- Opportunities for career advancement within a ‘promote from within' culture.
- Regular company-funded social events.
If you're a motivated sales professional with a background in commercial cleaning, we encourage you to apply via this job advert with an updated CV.