Business Development Manager

Derby and Surrounding Areas
£28,000 Basic Salary + Uncapped Commission
Company Car Provided
Full-Time | Permanent

The Opportunity

Are you a driven sales professional looking to build a successful career within a growing and essential industry?

Our client, a well-established and expanding waste management and recycling business, is seeking a motivated Business Development Manager to join their commercial sales team. This is an exciting opportunity to develop new business relationships, generate revenue, and help businesses improve their waste and recycling solutions.

Offering a competitive basic salary, uncapped earning potential, and a company car, this role is ideal for an ambitious individual who enjoys winning new business and building long-term client relationships.

The Role:

As Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for identifying and securing new commercial customers across Derby and the surrounding areas. You'll work closely with businesses of all sizes, understanding their waste management requirements and providing tailored solutions that deliver both cost savings and environmental benefits.

This is a field-based role combining business development, client meetings, networking, and account management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Generate new business opportunities through proactive prospecting and lead generation.
• Develop relationships with decision-makers across a range of commercial sectors.
• Conduct site visits and customer meetings to assess waste management requirements.
• Prepare and deliver tailored proposals and quotations.
• Negotiate contracts and close new business opportunities.
• Maintain an active sales pipeline and accurately update CRM systems.
• Work towards and exceed monthly and annual sales targets.
• Build strong long-term relationships with customers to maximise retention and additional revenue opportunities.
• Keep up to date with industry developments and competitor activity.

About You:

• Previous experience in a Business Development, Sales Executive, Account Manager, Field Sales, or New Business role.
• Proven ability to generate and win new business.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Self-motivated and target-driven approach.
• Comfortable managing your own diary and sales territory.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Experience within waste management, recycling, facilities management, utilities, or B2B services would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on Offer?

• £28,000 Basic Salary + OTE
• Uncapped Commission Structure
• Company Car
• Mobile Phone & Laptop
• Ongoing Training & Development
• Career Progression Opportunities
• Supportive and Established Team Environment
• Pension Scheme
• Holiday Entitlement

Apply Today

If you're an ambitious sales professional looking to join a growing business where your efforts are rewarded and your career can progress, we'd love to hear from you.

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