Astute’s Renewables Team is partnering with a UK-wide distributor of sustainable energy products, to recruit a Business Development Manager nationwide, prospecting customers across the UK.
The people-centric Business Development Manager role comes with a strong bonus scheme, electric company car, free gym membership, laptop, phone and plenty of room to grow within a forward-thinking organisation.
If you’re a Business Development Manager or Sales Executive looking to work for an organisation where your contribution is genuinely valued and rewarded, then submit your CV to apply today.
Responsibilities and duties of the Business Development Manager role
Reporting to the Commercial Manager you will:
* Take ownership of sales growth across your assigned region.
* Manage and develop relationships with a broad customer base, working alongside internal sales teams, regional managers, and support departments.
* Drive profitable growth and increase market presence across various channels.
* Qualify incoming sales enquiries and convert prospects into long-term customers.
* Identify new business opportunities beyond the current client base.
* Attend on-site meetings and develop strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and partners.
* Represent the business at events, exhibitions, and trade shows- both in the UK and occasionally overseas.
* Maintain accurate and timely sales administration and reporting.
Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
* Strong IT skills and confident with CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools.
* A proven track record in sales success.
* Prior experience as a Business Development Manager or Sales Executive, ideally within renewable energy or technical product sales.
* Industry knowledge of sustainable energy markets and emerging technologies.
Personal skills
The Business Development Manager role would suit someone who is:
* Skilled in time management and self-organisation.
* Comfortable networking, building rapport, and nurturing strong client relationships.
* An excellent communicator and persuasive negotiator.
Salary and benefits of the Business Development Manager role
* Basic salary between �36,000 – �46,000 depending on experience.
* Bonus scheme with on-target earnings exceeding �80,000.
* Company pension scheme.
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
* Free on-site parking.
* Fully electric company car.
* Laptop and mobile phone provided.
* Free gym membership.
INDREN
Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
