Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager – North (Manchester/Liverpool)

Our client, a renowned award-winning company, is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to bolster Contracting Sales growth in the north of England (Manchester/Liverpool).

This pivotal role will focus on the Domestic markets, encompassing both the public and private sectors, targeting retrofit and new-build properties.

Join our ambitious and knowledgeable team as we contribute to the exciting transformation of the renewable energy sector in the UK, connecting people to cleaner, greener, and more affordable heat. With a unique client proposition, support from industry pioneers, and ongoing expansion on the horizon, now is the opportune moment to be part of our vibrant company.

Salary

£35k-£45k depending on experience, with the potential to earn uncapped commission. Achieve an OTE of 112% of the basic salary.

Location

Home-based with the support of the Regional Sales Manager (North), the successful candidate will have the opportunity to travel frequently to client sites, ensuring effective communication and building strong relationships. Additionally, occasional travel to the company’s offices in Bradford, Exeter, and Truro will be required, facilitating collaboration and connectivity across the organisation.

Hours

Monday to Friday, 9:00 am-5:00 pm

Type of Role

Full-time, permanent.

The Role

  • Work collaboratively within an industry-leading sales team.
  • Lead on the development of their area to identify potential clients and suitable projects (e.g. developers, social housing landlords, commercial building owners).
  • Undertake technical client meetings (e.g. with M&E Engineers, consultants and Architects, also meeting with the local and central government) presenting the advantages of using the company’s products.
  • Work alongside the Regional Sales Manager to develop the process from design order to final fixed quotations.
  • Gather construction information about existing or planned properties using various resources, including architects’ plans, engaging with clients, online mapping, EPC register and project research.
  • Work alongside colleagues to prepare and submit project proposals and quotations for clients.
  • Update quotations once detailed design and sub-contractor quotes are in to confirm project viability and cross-check the assumptions made at initial pricing.
  • Follow up quotations, and answer customer queries providing evidence where necessary.
  • Convert quotations to order and manage the handover process to the technical and manufacturing team.
  • Build a comprehensive knowledge of the company’s products and keep updated with changes in product design and application.
  • Represent the company at trade shows, exhibitions, conferences, industry events and Government sponsored events to generate further business development opportunities.

Training: The company pride themselves on their comprehensive induction programme.

Start date: Asap for the right candidate

The Requirements

Applicants should ideally have:

  • A proven business development track record, ideally within the heating & ventilation, renewables or building services industry.
  • Experience of dealing with the social housing sector, public sector and/or residential housing developers.
  • Demonstrable knowledge of renewable heating systems, as well as a good understanding of the regulatory background and the subsidy schemes.
  • Good ability to communicate and present both technical and commercial elements of the company’s products.
  • The ability to communicate both technical and commercial information.
  • The ability to develop successful working relationships with a wide range of organisations.

This job is for me

If you feel that you can successfully fulfil this vacancy then apply now:

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