Business Development Manager

We are recruiting for a New Business Development Manager to join an SME Medical manufacturer. The role is responsible for shaping the future growth of the business, leading all business development activities, looking for new customers and venturing into potential new markets.

You will report directly into the Managing Director and will be part of the Management team. Currently the role does not have any line management responsibilities but that may change in the future as the business grows.

Key tasks and responsibilities

Identify new business opportunities - including new markets, growth areas, trends, customers and products. Researching organisations and individuals online (especially on social media) to identify new leads and potential new markets. Researching the needs of other companies and learning who makes decisions about purchasing. Contacting potential clients via email or phone to establish rapport and set up meetings. Continually network and build relationships with potential new leads. Collaborate with the Managing Director and Commercial Manager in developing the business development plan in line with the Corporate Sales Strategy and execute it. Working closely with the potential prospects to understand their full needs and to inform R&D team of work that is required Attend relevant exhibitions to acquire new customers and assess new opportunities. Operate within the Commercial Budget, ...