Business Development Director

Thorn Baker is currently working in collaboration with an exceptional Soft Services Facilities Management company, to resource a competent and driven Business Development Director. Based in the North of the UK, the opportunity will allow the right person the chance to grow new business across the Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle and Scotland regions. Please note, you can be situated anywhere in the North of the UK for the role. Reporting diirectly to the e Chief Growth Officer, you will be fully supported by our business development, bid, pricing, and CRM teams.The Business Development Director will be responsible for: Developing and enhancing the business-unit-specific growth plan encompassing the Win, Grow, Retain philosophy in consultation with the Chief Growth Officer, the Regional/Sector Managing Director and the Senior Leadership Team.Implement a compelling value proposition and go-to-market strategy for the associated Sector/Region.Develop and maintain a 5-year pipeline across current and target clients, all captured on CRM.Create win themes and solutions per opportunity detailing compelling reasons to win, including clear commitments across all opportunities.Actively and successfully manage the complete sales and bid process: lead generation, credentials pitch, asking questions, solution build, bid management, pricing strategy, negotiation, close and handover to the operations team. Develop comprehensive evidence-based collateral specific to the region/sector.Maintain ..... full job details .....