Business Development Manager - Water Treatment Industry

CS 33393 Business Development Manager - Water Treatment Industry Southeast Based Package OTE £60,000 - £65,000 We are looking to hear from experienced Business Development Managers and Sales Representatives who have experience from the water treatment industry to join our client in a full time, permanent position. If you're a Business Development Manager who doesn't wait for leads-but creates them-this is your kind of role. Because this isn't about managing accounts. It's about building revenue, owning a region, and driving serious commercial growth. INCENTIVES Basic salary £40,000 - £45,000 (based on sales experience within the water treatment sector) Commission approximately £15k p.a. Quarterly bonus of £750 Annual bonus of 2k for achieving yearly target. THE OPPORTUNITY A well-established and highly respected water treatment specialist is looking for a driven Business Development Manager to take charge of Southern England. This is a field-facing, high-impact role where you will be the front line of growth-opening doors, winning contracts, and building long-term client relationships in a technically complex and highly valuable sector. You'll be trusted with autonomy, backed with support, and measured on results-not activity. WHAT YOU'LL ACTUALLY DO This is a true hunter role. Your focus will be: * Driving new business growth across Southern England * Identifying and converting opportunities through cold outreach, networking, and structured lead generation * Building long-term client relationships that generate repeat and ongoing revenue * Leading technical sales discussions with confidence and credibility * Presenting and pitching solutions that clearly demonstrate commercial value * Negotiating and closing contracts in line with business objectives * Tracking pipeline performance and reporting on sales activity and forecasts * Working closely with internal teams to align strategy and execution WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE In this role, success isn't subtle-it's measurable: * You grow market share in a defined territory * You consistently convert opportunities into revenue * You build a strong, predictable sales pipeline * You become a trusted voice in both sales and strategy discussions WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING To be considered, you'll need: * Minimum 3 years' experience in a Business Development or Sales role * Proven success within the water treatment industry - essential * Hands-on experience with industrial reverse osmosis and water softening systems * Strong ability to present, influence, and close deals * Confidence managing technical conversations with commercial clarity * Solid understanding of MS Office and sales reporting tools BE HONEST WITH YOURSELF This is not a "wait for inbound leads" role. If you want structure, scripts, and step-by-step instruction-this won't suit you. But if you want: * Control over your territory * Freedom to build your own pipeline * Real influence on business growth * And the ability to directly impact revenue Then please apply today through the advert or call (phone number removed) ext 202 for more information. INDW