Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager Due to continuing expansion our client, a national manufacturing company is actively seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and ambitious Business Development Manager to increase sales and profitability of the business within a given geographic area. Reporting directly to the Sales Manager, responsibilities will include. * Responsible for securing sales, customer satisfaction and loyalty to the company brand. * Manage a portfolio of new and existing clients. * Build strong and positive relationships with clients at various levels. * Ensure best commercial fit to customer and business. * Maximise selling opportunities by analysis of customer needs. * Update clients on issues such as new products, promotional campaigns, or joint marketing programs. * To use the tools provided to analyse customer accounts to highlight downtrading lines and accounts and spot new opportunities and then action accordingly. * Provide detailed management information reports to clients as and when required. * Daily liaison with other members of the team to provide information and ensure that clients receive excellent customer service. * Carry out analysis and produce client reports on an as and when required basis. * Act as the key interface between the Clients and all relevant internal departments. * Manage customer issues by using an internal support desk system to ensure the issues are resolved in a fast and professional manner. * To complete the company sales training program (in whatever form) given to you and adapt it for your personal use and stay up to date. * To achieve and over deliver on sales and gross profit OKR targets. * The successful candidate will have 2 years sales experience in a business development role and previous sales within food and drink, or similar business would be beneficial you will also display exceptional communication, interpersonal abilities, and organisational skills together with a corporate and professional approach to work always. You will demonstrate the ability to multitask effectively and prioritise a heavy workload to meet strict deadlines. A current driving licence is also essential as the role is field based. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward thinking, dynamic company with a competitive remuneration package, car allowance and plenty of ongoing support for career progression together with a wide range of benefits such as staff discounts / pension / health policies