Business Development Manager

Chester, Cheshire
Affinity Search and Selection Limited

Business Development Manager Chester

£40,000 – £50,000 Monday – Friday

Join a growing team as a Business Development Manager, where you’ll play a pivotal role in identifying and realising growth opportunities. Your responsibilities include developing tailored solutions, establishing strategic partnerships, and expanding market presence within food manufacturing. If you’re passionate about driving business success and building strong client relationships, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Identify and capitalise on new business opportunities aligned with business strategy.
• Build lasting relationships with new clients, understanding their needs, and proposing solutions.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to ensure profitability and customer satisfaction.
• Achieve pre-agreed sales targets and maintain accurate records of activities.
• Act as an ambassador, showcasing manufacturing capabilities to prospective customers.
• Stay informed about industry trends, market dynamics, and competitor activities.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams to deliver integrated solutions and support customer needs.
• Be the primary point of contact for new customers, addressing inquiries and providing timely responses.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders.
• Uphold company values and ethical standards in all interactions.
• Project manage and develop the business to ensure the correct level of customer focus and service.
• Provide accurate short, medium, and long-term forecasts to support business planning.

Requirements:

• Demonstrable selling experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Solid understanding of business and marketing principles.
• Ability to sell ideas, products, and services effectively.
• Excellent analytical, numeracy, and organisational skills.
• Strategic and creative mindset.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Technical skills to understand and propose products or solutions.
• Proficient in IT applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Commercial awareness with a clear understanding of cost drivers in manufacturing.
• Self-motivated with leadership qualities.
• Full UK Driving License and passport are essential.

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for building lasting relationships and contributing to business growth, we invite you to apply.