Business Development Manager - Midlands

Are you an ambitious business development professional with a real knack for forging strong relationships and identifying growth opportunities? Imagine leading the charge in a dynamic region, driving success for a company where people truly matter. Core Highways, a leader in temporary traffic management, barrier solutions, and events signage, is searching for a passionate Business Development Manager to champion our presence across the vibrant Midlands. This isn't just a job; it's a chance to make a tangible impact, expanding our reach and nurturing crucial client partnerships, all while enjoying the flexibility of a remote role based squarely within the heart of the region.

Overview

Here at Core Highways, we believe our success stems directly from the incredible drive and dedication of our team members. We're a nationwide business, growing consistently, and always on the lookout for talented individuals to join us. This exciting Business Development Manager position, focused on the Midlands region, places you right at the core of our 'Win Work' function. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping our regional growth strategy, engaging with diverse customer groups, and ensuring our continued leadership in the market. While remote, this role requires significant travel throughout the Midlands to connect with clients and explore new possibilities.

Key Responsibilities

As a Business Development Manager for Core Highways, your daily work will involve a variety of key responsibilities, focusing on growth and relationship management. These include:

Strategic Growth: Actively contribute to our "Win Work" strategy, driving business expansion across various customer segments and locations within the Midlands.
Relationship Building: Develop and nurture strong, lasting relationships with key accounts, ensuring excellent Key Account Management (KAM).
New Business Acquisition: Proactively identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities throughout the region, expanding our client portfolio.
Market Insight: Work closely with regional teams to understand market dynamics and develop tailored solutions that lead to profitable growth.
Reporting: Report directly to the Regional Director, providing regular updates on progress, pipeline, and market trends.
Collaborative Approach: Liaise effectively with colleagues in the "Win Work" team and across different regions to support cohesive business development efforts.
Opportunity Development: Take the lead on developing new opportunities in your assigned area, leveraging support from other regional team members as appropriate.

Requirements

To thrive in this role, we are looking for a candidate with a strong background and specific qualifications, such as:

Proven track record in business development, specifically within the Midlands region.
Demonstrable experience in both business retention and new business acquisition.
Excellent understanding of sales strategies and Key Account Management (KAM) principles.
Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Self-motivated and able to work effectively in a remote setting.
Willingness and ability to undertake extensive travel throughout the Midlands.
A genuine passion for driving growth and achieving targets.
Experience within the traffic management, barrier solutions, or events signage industry would be highly advantageous.