Business Development Manager

PROACTIVE STAFF LTD · UK wide

Business Development Manager at PROACTIVE STAFF LTD, across the UK, paying £35,000 - £55,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.

Salary
£35,000 - £55,000 per annum
Location
UK wide
Contract
Permanent
Posted
14 hours ago
Closes
17 Nov 2026
Sector
Business Development

16% below the typical rate for business development

Reference https://www.proactivestaff.co.uk/job/business-development-manager-3/

About the role

Our client is a luxury hot tub distributor that has seen incredible growth over recent years. To continue this momentum they are looking for an accomplished Business Development Manager (BDM) to increase and sustain the company’s sales pipeline.

What’s in it for you/ benefits:
• £35,000 per annum starting salary
• Lucrative commission structure £55k -£65k OTE
• Car Allowance or Company Car (Tesla)
• Company Pension
• Annual Leave
• Mobile & Laptop
• Staff Discount

Role overview:
Reporting to the Directors, as Business Development Manager (BDM) your primary purpose is to generate B2B sales. This requires the ability to seek out and build sustainable relations with major retailers and wholesalers such as Argos, Costco, B&Q etc.
Expanding the current market reach and managing new accounts will be the focus of your activities. As you will not have any staff to manage this role will suit a proven sales person, who is confident working alone.

Key responsibilities:
• Excellent B2B Sales
• Key Account Management
• Cold calling, lead generation, arrange meetings and presentations
• Strategic planning to facilitate increased pipeline, sustained growth and client base
• Comfortable travelling the UK to customers, prospects, exhibitions and trade shows
• Learn, and then train network on the product’s USPs & features to maximise sales

Skills and experience:
• Previous B2B sales experience is essential
• Previous experience with major retailers such as Tesco, Argos, Costco is ideal
• Experience attending exhibitions, fairs, trade shows and Network events
• Ability to follow GDPR and FCA legislation, whilst maintaining the company’s CRM
• Must have Full UK Drivers Licence

How to Apply
Please click apply or send your CV to [email removed]. Or if you would like more information or a confidential conversation please call Michael on [phone removed].

Proactive Staff is an equal opportunities Recruitment Agency advertising on behalf of our client.

Skills Required

B2B Sales
Sales
Account Management
Networking
Lead Generation
Negotiation
Proposal Writing

Qualifications Required

B2B Sales
Sales
Account Management
Networking
Lead Generation
Negotiation
Proposal Writing

Rate of Pay

£35,000.00 – £65,000.00 per year

Job ID – BDM

Reference: https://www.proactivestaff.co.uk/job/business-development-manager-3/ · Posted 14 hours ago · Closes 17 Nov 2026 · Listed via PROACTIVE STAFF LTD

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