Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager Up to 55K plus benefits Location: HitchinWe are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Business Development Manager to join a growing manufacturing business. You will be responsible for leading the Account Management team, developing long-term customer relationships, driving profitable growth, and identifying new business opportunities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong technical background and proven sales leadership experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Key Responsibilities as a Business Development ManagerLead, mentor and develop a team of Account Managers to achieve sales and business objectives.Manage and grow existing customer accounts while identifying opportunities for additional business.Prepare and oversee quotations for existing and prospective customers, ensuring all opportunities are followed up.Manage the contract review process, ensuring customer orders are processed accurately and efficiently.Liaise with procurement, production and other internal departments to ensure customer delivery expectations are achieved.Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across customer organisations.Conduct regular customer business reviews to identify growth opportunities and strengthen partnerships.Work alongside the Head of Sales to develop and implement sales strategies that support long-term business growth.Identify and secure new business opportunities ..... full job details .....