Business Development Manager (AE540736B) Permanent

Business Development Manager | Lancashire | £38-48,000 + car allowance & generous commission

Are you an energetic and creative Business Development, Commercial or Account Manager ready for your next step?

Do you enjoy developing clients and bringing in new business?

We are looking for an enthusiastic commercial or sales professional with drive and determination. Joining a leading personal care contract manufacturer, you will provide first class service to current clients, while nurturing and developing new business.

Key responsibilities:

• Identify, approach and onboard new business opportunities
• Seek out new development opportunities within the company’s existing business
• Maintain high standards and levels and of customer interaction and visibility
• Lead negotiations and submit quotations
• Forecast sales budgets with finance, and manage annual customer cost reviews
• Plan, host and follow-up customer visits and site tours
• Foster cross-functional relationships with company colleagues
• Stay updated on customer market trends
• Represent the company at industry events and exhibitions
• Manage the product development process through all stages, liaising proactively with internal teams and external clients

This role will suit a skilled negotiator who likes to deliver on targets and build long-term success, and has experience in the personal care, household or pet care markets.

The nature of the business means this role is fully site-based.
  
If you’re a relationship builder who loves NPD and has an entrepreneurial spirit, apply today!
  
PLEASE NOTE: THE EMPLOYER IS UNABLE TO SPONSOR EMPLOYMENT VISAS. Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK.
   
Arthur Edward is a leading beauty, personal care and FMCG recruitment agency. We find top talent along the product lifecycle to innovate, launch and market bestselling cosmetic and beauty products.