Business Development Executive

We are looking for a Business Development Manager based near Bury St. Edmunds, with our client who is a is a specialist distributor providing high-quality technical and industrial solutions to end users and trade customers across the UK and Europe. This is a pure business development role with a primary focus on winning new customers and driving revenue growth. This person will be responsible for identifying, targeting, and converting high-value prospects, building a strong pipeline, and closing new business across assigned territories. This is a hunter role — ideal for someone who thrives on prospecting, opening doors, and consistently turning cold opportunities into long-term customers. Key Responsibilities of a Business Development Manager * Identify, target, and win new customers within assigned territories * Drive consistent new business revenue through proactive outbound activity * Own the full sales cycle from prospecting through to close * Generate and develop a strong pipeline through cold calling, email outreach, LinkedIn, networking, and events * Qualify and prioritise high-value opportunities to maximise conversion * Deliver tailored, solution-led proposals, presentations, and pitches * Negotiate and close deals to achieve and exceed revenue targets * Develop and execute structured territory plans for market penetration * Attend industry events and exhibitions to generate new business opportunities * Maintain accurate CRM records (Salesforce) and provide reliable pipeline forecasting * Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer insights * Work closely with marketing and internal teams to support lead generation and onboarding * Ensure smooth handover of new customers to account management teams Requirements of a Business Development Manager * Proven success in a B2B new business development / hunter sales role * Understanding of Electronics or Manufacturing environments * Understanding of Pharma, Chemicals or Clean Rooms * Strong track record of winning new customers and exceeding targets * Confident in cold prospecting and self-generating leads * Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills * Highly driven, resilient, and results-focused mindset * Strong pipeline management and forecasting ability * Experience using CRM systems (Salesforce preferred) * Ability to work independently and manage time effectively * Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the UK and Europe Candidates must have a British passport for this opportunity Please apply below if you are interested in this position