Business Development Manager

High Wycombe
£35,000 – £45,000 + Benefits

We are working with a well-established and growing UK business that is looking for an ambitious and commercially driven Business Development Manager to join its expanding sales team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident sales professional who thrives on winning new business, building strong client relationships and developing long-term commercial opportunities.

You will take ownership of new business development, from identifying and engaging prospective customers through to negotiating and securing new contracts. Working closely with internal technical, operational and support teams, you will play an important role in supporting the company's continued growth.

The Role

As Business Development Manager, you will:

• Identify, prospect and secure new business opportunities across target markets
• Develop and execute effective business development strategies to achieve revenue targets
• Generate and qualify leads through networking, referrals, events, research and proactive outreach
• Manage the full sales cycle from initial contact through to contract negotiation and close
• Build strong, long-term relationships with prospective and existing customers
• Understand customer requirements and develop tailored commercial solutions
• Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations, proposals and bids
• Negotiate commercial terms while maintaining strong margins and profitability
• Keep up to date with market trends, competitor activity and new opportunities
• Maintain an accurate sales pipeline and up-to-date CRM records
• Work collaboratively with technical, operational and marketing teams
• Provide regular sales forecasts, performance reports and KPI updates

About You

We're looking for someone with:

• Proven experience in a Business Development, Sales, Account Management or similar role
• A strong track record of winning new business and achieving sales targets
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills
• A commercially focused and results-driven approach
• Experience managing multiple opportunities throughout a sales pipeline
• Strong relationship-building and influencing abilities
• Good knowledge of CRM systems and Microsoft Office
• A proactive, resilient and self-motivated approach
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel when required

Desirable Experience

It would be advantageous if you have:

• Experience selling service-based solutions or managed contracts
• An established network of relevant industry contacts
• Experience working within a technical, solutions-led or B2B environment
• Relevant sales, business development or commercial qualifications

What You'll Achieve

During your first 12 months, you'll be expected to:

• Build a strong and sustainable new business pipeline
• Consistently achieve revenue and profitability targets
• Win new customers and develop valuable commercial relationships
• Expand the company's presence across its target markets
• Identify new areas for growth and commercial opportunity
• Make a measurable contribution to the company's wider growth strategy

Apply Today

Contact Kylie Richards
 02081645912
 Kylie.richards@aztrum.com