We are looking for a Business Development Manager based near Bury St. Edmunds, with our client who is a is a specialist distributor providing high-quality technical and industrial solutions to end users and trade customers across the UK and Europe.
This is a pure business development role with a primary focus on winning new customers and driving revenue growth. This person will be responsible for identifying, targeting, and converting high-value prospects, building a strong pipeline, and closing new business across assigned territories.
This is a hunter role — ideal for someone who thrives on prospecting, opening doors, and consistently turning cold opportunities into long-term customers.
Key Responsibilities of a Business Development Manager
* Identify, target, and win new customers within assigned territories
* Drive consistent new business revenue through proactive outbound activity
* Own the full sales cycle from prospecting through to close
* Generate and develop a strong pipeline through cold calling, email outreach, LinkedIn, networking, and events
* Qualify and prioritise high-value opportunities to maximise conversion
* Deliver tailored, solution-led proposals, presentations, and pitches
* Negotiate and close deals to achieve and exceed revenue targets
* Develop and execute structured territory plans for market penetration
* Attend industry events and exhibitions to generate new business opportunities
* Maintain accurate CRM records (Salesforce) and provide reliable pipeline forecasting
* Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer insights
* Work closely with marketing and internal teams to support lead generation and onboarding
* Ensure smooth handover of new customers to account management teams
Requirements of a Business Development Manager
* Proven success in a B2B new business development / hunter sales role
* Understanding of Electronics or Manufacturing environments
* Understanding of Pharma, Chemicals or Clean Rooms
* Strong track record of winning new customers and exceeding targets
* Confident in cold prospecting and self-generating leads
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills
* Highly driven, resilient, and results-focused mindset
* Strong pipeline management and forecasting ability
* Experience using CRM systems (Salesforce preferred)
* Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the UK and Europe
Candidates must have a British passport for this opportunity
Please apply below if you are interested in this position.