Ref: AJ45427

Business Development Manager

Sector Sales/Business Development
Type Full-time, Permanent
Location Midlands
Salary (Annual) £ ~ 45,000 / Year
Benefits company car and up to 8% of annual income bonus (depending on performance)
A Japanese stationary manufacturer in Runcorn is looking for a Business Development Manager to join their office. The Business Development Manager will be responsible for business development for new clients and maintaining the relationship with existing clients in the UK.
1-2 business trips per week around the UK will be required, as well as trips to Europe several times a year.
5+ years’ experience in a similar industry is must.
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TYPE: Permanent, full-time
SALARY: up to £45K plus a company car and up to 8% of annual income bonus (depending on performance)
START: ASAP
LOCATION: Runcorn (Office based)

Business Development Manager MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
• New sales development for distributors and wholesalers in the UK
• Managing the relationship with existing distributors in the UK and Europe
• Visit clients across the UK
• Attend trade fairs across the Europe
• Planning and managing sales strategy
• Working with the line manager (National Sales Manager) to develop a strong and prosperous client base
• Performing market research to understand new avenues of development
• Keeping customers informed of deliveries and keeping an open line of communication to them
• Other administrative tasks
Business Development Manager IDEAL CANDIDATE:
• At least 5 years of sales/BD experience in a similar industry, within the UK or Europe
• Valid UK driving license
• Self- management skill
• Autonomous and confident in handling responsibilities, as well as a willingness to take on other responsibilities to expand the business
• Good communication skills
• Fluent verbal and written English skills
• Japanese and other language skills are advantageous

** All applicants for the Business Development Manager must have the right to work in the UK as the Company is not able to offer visa support.
Updated: 103 days ago
Ref: AJ45427