Business Development Manager

Job Overview
Posted on : 9/26/2026
Job Location : Torquay
Compensation : to £65,000 OTE
Type : Permanent
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Business Development Manager
My client is one of the leading players in technology component manufacuring and distribution with a fast-growing reputation for quality and service.
As a Business Development Manager, you will be expected to generate new leads and develop existing customer relationships as our client continues to grow their market share.
As a Business Development Manager you will: -
Identify key potential customers and ensure introductions are made
Research and identify new Sales opportunities through multiple prospecting techniques- including new markets, growth areas, trends, customers, partnerships, products and services - or new ways of reaching existing markets
Have a good understanding of the businesses' products and services and be able to advise others about them
Deliver presentations on the businesses security products and services
Communicate and explore/develop Sales leads with existing and potential new clients
Foster and develop relationships with customers/clients
Understand the needs of your customers and be able to respond effectively with a plan of how to meet these
Targeting of clients across all sectors to win new business
Be customer facing through visiting and 'virtual' meetings
Effective networking with potential customers
Work closely with the Senior Leadership team to identify opportunities to expand the business with both current and prospective customers
Attend seminars, conferences and events where appropriate
Help to plan Sales campaigns
Carry out sales forecasts and analysis and present your findings to senior management/the board of directors
The Successful Candidate Will Have The Following Experience
A previous background as a Business Development Manager/Sales Manager/Account Manager in a solution selling environment
Excellent Sales and negotiation skills
Tenacity and drive to seek new business and meet or exceed targets
Good business sense and results focused
Excellent communication/interpersonal skills for building and developing relationships with clients
An excellent telephone manner for making initial contact and for ongoing communication with customers and business associates
Team working skills and a collaborative approach to work
Good planning and organisational skills
IT skills, including the use of spread sheets
The ability to motivate yourself and set your own goals
Be part of a team and positively contribute
Based from home but regional travel to meet customers
As a Business Development Manager, you can expect to receive:
Highly competitive base salary
Achievable commission scheme with end of year bonus
Car or car allowance
Pension
Laptop/mobile phone
Opportunity for career development
Our team are ready to review your application as soon as we receive it.
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