Business Development Manager

  • Talent Guardian
  • Newbury, Berkshire
  • May 22, 2026
Full time I.T. & Communications Management

Job Description

  • North West, UK
  • Experience in the drinks industry is essential
  • Business Development Manager
Business Development ManagerLocation: North West, UKSalary: £38,000 - £40,000Job Type: Full-TimeWe are looking for an ambitious and commercially driven Business Development Manager to join a drinks business within their growing sales team in the North West. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual who thrives on building relationships, generating new business, and driving revenue growth.The successful candidate will play a key role in expanding market presence, developing strategic customer partnerships, and delivering exceptional service to both new and existing clients.Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and generate new business opportunities across the region
  • Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with existing customers
  • Identify customer needs and present tailored commercial solutions
  • Prepare quotations and proposals, following up to convert opportunities into sales
  • Maintain accurate CRM records and sales activity updates
  • Produce regular sales and performance reports for senior management
  • Work closely with internal support and marketing teams to deliver customer campaigns and resolve commercial queries
  • Attend trade exhibitions, networking events, and industry meetings to promote products and identify opportunities
  • Contribute to strategic growth plans and support wider business objectives
  • Deliver a consistently high level of customer service
About YouWe are looking for someone who is:
  • Results-driven with a strong commercial mindset
  • Confident in building and maintaining client relationships
  • Self-motivated and proactive in identifying opportunities
  • Organised with excellent attention to detail
  • A strong communicator with negotiation and presentation skills
  • Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Experienced in sales, account management, or business development (preferred)
  • Experience within the drinks industry is essential
What's on Offer
  • Opportunity to work within a growing and dynamic business
  • Career development and training opportunities
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment
  • The chance to make a real impact within the region
If you are passionate about sales, business growth, and building strong customer relationships, we would love to hear from you.