Business Development Manager - (On trade focus)

£28 - £35k exceptional bonus (>£2k / month)

Location: 2 roles, North East (Newcastle) and North West (Manchester)

A unique and exciting opportunity for a dynamic Business Development Manager to carve a niche for themselves in one of our growth territories.

We are searching for someone with a good knowledge of the best regional restaurants, hotels, spas, theatres and gastro pubs. You will be a real foodie and love the idea of eulogising about the best your region has to offer.

Responsibilities  

• Develop outstanding sales relationships by prospecting high-quality entertainment & lifestyle local businesses.
• Negotiate and close new business opportunities.
• Work with the wider team to develop and grow specific opportunities.
• Track ongoing sales activities and forecast new business.
• Establish and maintain long-term client business relationships, including site visits.
• Maintain exceptional standards of service and delivery.

Candidate profile

• Degree educated (or equivalent experience)
• Strong knowledge of the destination places in your region and have an ear to the ground for the next best thing!
• Experience in dealing with the on trade.
• You have a "good nose" for what is an outstanding deal
• Passion for cold-calling and hunting, and developing and closing sales
• Ability to manage an extensive database of contacts and prioritise your time so you generate exceptional results.
• Excellent networker with strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to achieve results while working independently
• Hands-on approach, team player and goal-oriented coupled with an ability to adjust to changing circumstances
• Amongst your friends you're the one who always finds the best places to go, you're know as the organiser!

What we offer

• Competitive salary and exceptional commission scheme, you will earn in direct proportion to your success, expect at least £2,000 per month in commission.
• Excellent global career opportunities in a high growth company.
• Exciting, fast-paced and entrepreneurial culture.

If you feel you have what is takes and you are determined to develop a successful career this could be what you've been waiting for. Please call us on 0845 094 8904 for further details or email a copy of your CV and current salary to stuart@provrecruitment.com