Business Development Manager
Ref: AS6666031
Loughborough, UK
£55,000
- Permanent
- Sports Teamwear Sales
- Partnership Development
- Revenue Growth
About the candidate
A proactive Business Development Manager with over five years’ experience across sports, teamwear, sporting goods retail and event-led marketing. They have a strong track record of identifying new business opportunities, building relationships with key stakeholders and developing long-term partnerships across local clubs, education settings and community sports networks.
Commercially minded and personable, they enjoy researching market trends, spotting client opportunities and presenting tailored solutions that support growth. Their genuine passion for sport, combined with strong relationship-building skills, makes them a great fit for a business looking to strengthen market presence and win new accounts.
What makes them great?
- Proven Revenue Growth: Delivered a 30% increase in new business by targeting key decision-makers and presenting tailored teamwear solutions.
- Strong Sales Contribution: Supported a 20% year-on-year sales uplift through effective cross-selling and a clear understanding of customer requirements.
- Community & Partnership Focus: Helped drive a 15% increase in event attendance through engaging promotional activity and stronger local sports partnerships.
Areas of expertise
- New Business Development: Experienced in identifying decision-makers, opening new conversations and converting opportunities into long-term partnerships.
- Account & Stakeholder Management: Confident managing a varied client portfolio across sports clubs, education settings and community organisations.
- Sales & Marketing Campaigns: Hands-on experience supporting promotional activity, sponsorship engagement and customer-focused sales initiatives.