BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - MILTON KEYNES and surrounding areas - Up to 41K + company car

Our client, a thriving company located in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, is seeking a talented Permanent Business Development Manager to join their team. If you have a proven track record in business to business sales within the retail sector, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Daily duties are likely to involve

• To identify and develop new business opportunities and revenue streams within the retail sector and provide high-level account management to existing customers, ensuring consistent growth and brand representation

• Identify and engage with key decision-makers across retail environments, including supermarkets, department stores, shopping centres, and other relevant retail outlets.

• Achieve lead generation targets by identifying and pursuing high-potential retail clients.

• Prepare and deliver estimates, quotations, and cost proposals that meet the client’s requirements while maintaining profitability.

• Handle incoming enquiries efficiently, ensuring prompt responses and professional follow-up.

• Secure and manage customer appointments to establish and maintain long-term client relationships.

• Proactively identify and develop new business opportunities, including expanding the company presence within the retail sector and identifying emerging trends and technologies.

• Provide regular market intelligence, competitor analysis, and customer feedback to marketing, engineering, and other relevant divisions to help shape the company’s future offerings.

• Build and maintain a comprehensive knowledge of the product portfolio, including queue management systems, signage, and other retail solutions.

• Negotiate and close deals to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes while ensuring long-term customer satisfaction.

What we need from you:-

• Previous experience in B2B sales, specifically within the retail sector.

• Proven track record of successfully selling and developing business relationships with major retail accounts.

• Demonstrated ability to generate leads, manage a pipeline, and close high-value deals in the retail space.

• Strong understanding of retail operations, store environments, and customer traffic management solutions.

• Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and CRM systems.

• Clean driving license with a willingness to travel extensively to meet with clients and attend industry events.

If you are passionate about sales and business growth, and you meet the criteria, I would love to hear from you. Please contact me to apply for this exciting Business Development Manager role.