Business Development Manager

THE ROLE

As Business Development Manager, you will hold full commercial accountability for driving new business revenue, winning multi-site tenders, and expanding high-value accounts across the signage, architectural branding, and venue fit-out sectors.

Working closely with internal Estimating, Design, and Project Management teams, you will act as a trusted commercial advisor to Main Contractors, D&B Agencies, Architectural Practices, and Brand Directors.

Key Responsibilities:

* Pipeline Generation: Identify, target, and win profitable high-value accounts, multi-site retail rollouts, and commercial signage contracts (£20k – £250k+ project values).

* Consultative Selling: Engage directly with Architects, Quantity Surveyors, Main Contractors, and Corporate Brand Managers to specify bespoke technical signage, illuminated displays, and wayfinding systems.

* Relationship & Tender Management: Lead commercial pitches, manage RFP/tender submissions, and secure framework agreements with regional and national clients.

* Strategic Networking: Leverage industry contacts across the construction, commercial interior design, and retail implementation spaces to build a sustainable pipeline.

* Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with internal technical CAD leads, manufacturing studio managers, and install teams to ensure seamless project handovers and healthy gross profit margins.

ABOUT YOU

You are a proactive, hungry commercial lead with a proven track record of selling manufactured products, technical signage, or architectural sub-contract solutions into corporate or commercial client bases.

Essential Requirements:

* Industry Experience: 3+ years' proven business development / commercial sales experience within Branding, Architectural Displays, Large-Format Graphics, Metalwork, or Commercial Fit-Out/Joinery.

* Technical & Commercial Literacy: Ability to read technical drawings, interpret project specs, and collaborate effectively with internal estimating teams to protect profit margins.

* Network: Strong existing network or demonstrated ability to map out key decision-makers across Main Contractors, Fit-Out Agencies, Architects, and Retail Brands.

* Driven & Self-Motivated: Proven track record of hitting and exceeding personal revenue targets (£500k+ annual sales territory experience preferred).

* Full UK Driving Licence: Mobility to visit clients, attend site surveys, and pitch across the M62 corridor and nationwide as required.

WHAT IS ON OFFER

* Competitive Base Salary

* Uncapped Bonus/Commission

* Company Car / Car Allowance

* Career Growth

* Full Operational Support

HOW TO APPLY

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