Business Development Manager Location: South West Salary: Up to £55,000 DOE generous performance bonus Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent About the Client Simon Acres Group LTD are representing a well-established and successful plumbers’ merchant. This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving business, working closely with senior management to drive growth and develop new commercial opportunities. About the Role This position provides an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to drive business development activity across the company’s branch network. The role focuses on developing strong customer relationships, uncovering new markets and opportunities, and increasing sales performance, supporting the company’s continued success as a leading merchant within the sector. Key Responsibilities: Identify, pursue, and win new business opportunities with trade customers, contractors, and commercial clients. Establish and nurture long-term relationships with key customers, suppliers, and industry partners. Create and implement effective sales strategies to deliver revenue growth and meet agreed targets across designated areas. Collaborate closely with branch managers and internal teams to ensure a consistent, high-quality service offering to customers. Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities to inform business development plans. Prepare and deliver sales proposals, tenders, and performance reports to support growth initiatives. Requirements / Skills: Demonstrated experience in a business development or sales role within the plumbing and bathroom showroom sectors. Strong commercial acumen, with a clear understanding of P&L, margin control, and wholesale operations. Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and presentation skills, with a strong customer-centric mindset. Proven ability to achieve and exceed sales targets while building sustainable, profitable relationships. Highly motivated and proactive, capable of working independently and as part of a wider team. Strong IT skills, including experience with CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications. What’s on Offer: Attractive salary package with a generous performance related bonus Company car scheme Medical Insurance A supportive, collaborative working environment with an experienced senior leadership team Chance to work with a leading plumbers' merchant organisation How to Apply This position is being handled by BACRL (part of the Simon Acres group). To apply, please send your CV and a brief covering note to (url removed) or contact Catherine McLaughlin on (phone number removed). BACRL (part of the Simon Acres group) are acting as the employment agency for this position