A senior commercial opportunity has arisen for a Business Development Manager to drive growth across strategic and high-value accounts. This role will focus heavily on fuel card solutions, complex tender processes and bid management, requiring a confident sales professional who can navigate structured procurement environments and build long-term enterprise relationships. You’ll play a key role in securing new contracts, maintaining continuity within major accounts and contributing to the wider commercial strategy.
This position is based in Bradley Stoke with a predominantly office-based working pattern. The salary on offer is £40,000–£45,000 depending on experience, with uncapped commission and realistic on-target earnings of £70,000+, alongside generous holiday entitlement and a performance-driven culture that rewards success.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage complex bids, tenders and proposals across private and public sector opportunities
Develop and grow strategic fuel card accounts through structured business development activity
Manage the full sales lifecycle from lead generation to contract negotiation and close
Present tailored commercial solutions to senior stakeholders both face-to-face and virtually
Ensure smooth onboarding and transition of new clients through effective internal collaboration
Consistently achieve and exceed commercial revenue targets
Skills & Experience:
Proven fuel card industry experience with demonstrable sales success
Strong experience selling into public sector frameworks and procurement processes
Background in bid management and large-scale tender environments
Excellent commercial negotiation and relationship management capability
Confident communicator able to influence at senior stakeholder level
Highly organised, self-motivated and driven to achieve ambitious targets
How to Apply: If this role sounds like your next step, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now, or get in touch with Niche Recruitment with any questions
Salary description
£40000.00 - £70000.00 per year