Business Development Manager

Leicester Permanent £50,000 - £60,000 per year Remote View Job Description
We are excited to be partners with a market leading supplier of Custodial Furniture who are growing their team!
  • High quality market leading custodial furniture for Prison and Secure Facilities
  • Do you have experience selling into the Ministry of Justice?

About Our Client

Our client is a leading provider of high-quality custodial furniture, dedicated to creating safe, functional, and comfortable environments for correctional facilities, detention centres, and other secure institutions.

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Business Development Manager to drive the growth of our custodial furniture division. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in sales and business development, a deep understanding of the Ministry of Justice industry, and the ability to build strong relationships with key stakeholders. This role involves identifying new business opportunities, developing strategies to expand our market presence, and working closely with our product and marketing teams to meet customer needs.

Job Description

  • Conduct thorough market research to identify new business opportunities and market trends.
  • Analyse competitors, industry developments, and customer needs to inform business strategies
  • Develop and implement comprehensive business development plans to achieve sales targets and expand market share.
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities, including partnerships, contracts, and new markets.
  • Manage the entire sales cycle from lead generation to contract negotiation and closing deals
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including correctional facility administrators, government agencies, and contractors.
  • Provide exceptional customer service and support to existing clients, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Collaborate with senior management to develop long-term strategic plans for the custodial furniture division.
  • Coordinate with the marketing team to create effective sales and promotional materials.
  • Monitor and report on sales performance, market trends, and business development activities.



The Successful Applicant

  • Experience in business development or sales, with a good understanding of selling into the Ministry of Justice and HM Prisons as well as managing Contractor relationships
  • Proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving business growth.
  • Strong understanding of the corrections industry and its unique requirements.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to analyse market trends and develop actionable business plans.
  • Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
  • Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Willingness to travel



What's on Offer

Competitive package depending on experience

Contact
Jade Morris
Quote job ref
JN-072024-6484633
Phone number
+44 113 388 9066

Job summary

Job function
Sales
Subsector
Technical / Industrial
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Leicester
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jade Morris
Consultant phone
+44 113 388 9066
Job reference
JN-072024-6484633
Job Nature
Remote