Business Development Manager

Ref: AS1253190

London, UK

£50,000

• Permanent
• VMI Solutions
• Manufacturing Sales
• Supply Chain Partnerships

About the candidate

A driven sales professional with over six years' experience in business development across supply chain and manufacturing-led environments. They have a strong track record of winning new clients, building long-term partnerships and introducing Vendor Managed Inventory solutions that help customers improve efficiency and inventory control.

Commercial, self-motivated and confident in front of customers, they are comfortable balancing strategic prospecting with hands-on account development. They bring a customer-first approach, strong presentation skills and a clear understanding of the operational challenges faced by manufacturing businesses.

What makes them great?

• Proven Growth Mindset: Delivered around 20% annual revenue growth through relationship-led sales activity and proactive opportunity development.
• Customer-Focused Results: Helped implement tailored VMI solutions that supported an approximate 30% uplift in client satisfaction scores.
• Strong Retention Impact: Improved contract renewals by around 15% through regular communication, proactive problem-solving and customer engagement.

Areas of expertise

• New Business Development: Experienced in identifying, engaging and converting prospective customers within manufacturing and industrial markets.
• Vendor Managed Inventory: Strong understanding of VMI solutions, helping clients improve inventory visibility, service levels and operational efficiency.
• Account Growth: Skilled in managing customer relationships, spotting upsell opportunities and supporting long-term contract retention.