Employer:Hitchin Technologies Ltd
Position:Business Development Manager
Salary: £40K – £45K per year
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Work location:Burntwood, England
FULL JOB DESCRIPTION
About the Company:
We are thrilled to be recruiting on behalf of an award-winning manufacturer of innovative and sustainable waste management solutions. With a strong reputation for excellence, they provide high-quality incineration and cremation systems to over 150 countries worldwide. They serve a broad range of industries including medical, agricultural, pet crematoria, and aquacultural sectors.
Role Overview:
They are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Manager to lead growth strategies, expand market presence, and drive global sales. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated professional with proven sales success and leadership ability to make a significant impact with a dynamic team.
Key Responsibilities:
● Identify and develop new business opportunities across domestic and international markets.
● Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, distributors, and internal teams.
● Lead sales negotiations, manage contracts, and close deals.
● Provide accurate sales forecasts and support production planning.
● Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform growth strategies.
● Represent the client at trade shows, exhibitions, and international events.
● Collaborate with marketing on campaigns, setting KPIs and tracking performance.
● Mentor, motivate, and manage the sales team to achieve targets.
● Drive development of new growth opportunities and product expansion.
Candidate Requirements:
● Proven experience in business development, sales, or a related role.
● Strong commercial awareness and ability to negotiate high-value contracts.
● Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
● Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
● Willingness to travel internationally.
● A second language (such as French, Spanish, Arabic, or German) is highly desirable.
● Experience in the waste management, engineering, or manufacturing sector is a plus.
● Passionate, driven, and able to bring energy to the team.
Benefits of the Role:
● Competitive salary with performance-based commission.
● Career development opportunities within a growing international business.
● Supportive and collaborative working culture.
● Engagement with innovative, sustainable technologies.
● Above-market pension scheme.
● Enhanced holiday allowance.
● Office-based role with some travel required, shorter working day on Fridays.
● Open to visa sponsorship for the right candidate.
● Comprehensive leave policies (sick, bereavement, maternity/paternity).
● Death in Service benefit.
● Employee Assistance Programme for mental health and wellbeing.
● Regular team-building activities.
● Free on-site parking.
Benefits:
● Additional leave
● Bereavement leave
● Company events
● Company pension
● Health & wellbeing programme
● On-site parking
● Sick pay
● UK visa sponsorship
Experience:
● sales or business development: 5 years (preferred)
● management: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: in person
APPLICATION PROCESS
If you’re interested in this role, check out more information on the OFFICIAL WEBSITE HERE and apply now!!
