Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager (BDM)North DevonOTE circa £50,000 - £60,000 (depending on experience)Full-time, PermanentOffice and Field basedOur client, an expanding business based in North Devon, is looking to appoint a commercially astute Business Development Manager on a full-time, permanent basis.As the Business Development Manager, you''ll be someone who enjoys opening doors, building meaningful client relationships, and converting opportunities into sustainable revenue streams. This is a newly created position, offering the chance to play a pivotal role in driving new business acquisition and supporting long-term growth.The responsibilities:Identify and target new business opportunities through proactive outreach and market insightBuild relationships with key decision-makers and convert leads into long-term clientsDeliver tailored proposals and quotations aligned to customer requirementsManage the onboarding of new accounts, ensuring strong early-stage developmentMaintain awareness of market trends, competitors, and industry developmentsSupport product promotion initiatives across multi-media channelsManage and track pipeline activity, ensuring accurate forecastingConduct regular client visits to strengthen engagement and drive revenueThe candidate:Demonstrable success in a B2B sales or business development role, ideally within a manufacturing environmentStrong interpersonal and negotiation skills with a consultative approachHighly organised with the ability to manage ..... full job details .....