We are looking for a Business Development Manager based near Bury St. Edmunds, with our client who is a is a specialist distributor providing high-quality technical and industrial solutions to end users and trade customers across the UK and Europe.

This is a pure business development role with a primary focus on winning new customers and driving revenue growth. This person will be responsible for identifying, targeting, and converting high-value prospects, building a strong pipeline, and closing new business across assigned territories.

This is a hunter role — ideal for someone who thrives on prospecting, opening doors, and consistently turning cold opportunities into long-term customers.

Key Responsibilities of a Business Development Manager

Identify, target, and win new customers within assigned territories
Drive consistent new business revenue through proactive outbound activity
Own the full sales cycle from prospecting through to close
Generate and develop a strong pipeline through cold calling, email outreach, LinkedIn, networking, and events
Qualify and prioritise high-value opportunities to maximise conversion
Deliver tailored, solution-led proposals, presentations, and pitches
Negotiate and close deals to achieve and exceed revenue targets
Develop and execute structured territory plans for market penetration
Attend industry events and exhibitions to generate new business opportunities
Maintain accurate CRM records (Salesforce) and provide reliable pipeline forecasting
Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer insights
Work closely with marketing and internal teams to support lead generation and onboarding
Ensure smooth handover of new customers to account management teams

Requirements of a Business Development Manager

Proven success in a B2B new business development / hunter sales role
Understanding of Electronics or Manufacturing environments
Understanding of Pharma, Chemicals or Clean Rooms
Strong track record of winning new customers and exceeding targets
Confident in cold prospecting and self-generating leads
Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills
Highly driven, resilient, and results-focused mindset
Strong pipeline management and forecasting ability
Experience using CRM systems (Salesforce preferred)
Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the UK and Europe

Candidates must have a British passport for this opportunity

Please apply below if you are interested in this position.