Business Development Manager

Are you an experienced Business Development Manager or an ambitious professional ready to take the next step in your career? Join a successful global company that offers progression opportunities and flexible benefits! If you are passionate about Ecological Transformation and eager to make a positive impact on our planet, we want to hear from you!

At VWT UK, we are committed to ensure you have the best experience possible and take your career to the next level.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our esteemed water technologies company, where you will play a key role in driving business development and selling innovative Technologies and Solutions for Veolia Water Technologies UK (VWT UK) into the Pharmaceutical market. This is your chance to make a significant impact while working with a leader in the industry.

To achieve our company's revenue targets and align with our strategic business development plan, you will drive and deliver growth in key areas. This includes planning daily sales activities, implementing marketing initiatives, while fostering strong internal and external customer relationships.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Driving sales activity and territory coverage to meet and exceed financial targets.
Collaborating closely with the marketing team on innovative marketing and promotional initiatives.
Leading regular meetings with existing customers to strengthen relationships and ensure long-term partnerships.
Staying informed about competitor strategies and activities to uncover new growth opportunities.
Representing the company at trade shows and industry conferences to network and promote our offerings.

A proven track record in business development and/or field-based sales within the Industrial market.
A results-driven mindset, fueled by enthusiasm and the ambition to achieve business growth targets.
A creative, innovative, and passionate approach to driving sales-think of yourself as a 'hunter,' not a 'farmer.'
Exceptional influencing, communication, and negotiation skills, paired with solid business acumen and commercial awareness.
A collaborative and consultative style in prospecting, working closely with internal colleagues to maximise opportunities and share insights.
A strong ability to adapt to evolving market philosophies and business drivers.

We know that the expectation of a good role goes both ways, so alongside your salary, you will have access to our extensive benefits package which includes 25 days annual leave, our market leading pension and share scheme, a range of employee discounts, company vehicle, private medical insurance (after one year of service) and employee referral bonuses - as we'd like nothing more than to give your family and friends an opportunity too! Also, to help you a little further, we provide mental health and financial support, so you know exactly who to lean on whenever you need to.

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

Diversity & Inclusion
At VWT UK, we're proud to be known as an equal opportunities employer. We acknowledge that supporting diversity and engagement is not only the right thing to do, but also the right thing for our business. We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. This commitment is embedded into our values and beliefs that our business is at its best when we embrace the full spectrum of humanity, regardless of what we look like, where we come from or who we love. So no matter their age, gender, gender expression, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexuality or veteran status, every applicant who meets the minimum requirements will be considered fully.

Here at Veolia Water Technologies, we know that some applicants don't apply unless they think they tick all the boxes - but we are saying don't worry! We would much rather see your application than risk missing out on your potential! We know our strength comes from our differences and shared life experiences so we are committed to offering a safe work environment, where individuals are respected. We're proud to be known as an equal opportunities employer, so no matter their age, gender, gender expression, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexuality, or veteran status, every applicant who meets the minimum requirements will be considered fully.

Permanent, Full-time, Monday - Friday 37 hours

25 days annual leave (plus UK bank holidays), Pension scheme, Company vehicle