Business Development Manager
I'm supporting a client within the FM/Cleaning industry, seeking an experienced Business Development Manager.
My client are a friendly, well-established business that has been delivering top-quality cleaning solutions for over 25 years. Today, they service around 400 customers across southern England, including schools, offices, medical centres, and leisure facilities.
Location: Remote working with two days per month at Head Office in Wokingham. Regular travel to client sites across London, Kent and Essex.
Salary: 40,000- 45,000 DOE + excellent commission structure plus company vehicle or mileage allowance
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm
Reporting to: Head of Head of Sales & Marketing
The Role:
- Spending two days a week identifying and targeting new business opportunities
- Book a set number of qualified appointments each week, with a focus on specific locations
- Travelling to customer locations to attend meetings, survey buildings, and provide tailored quotes for cleaning services
- Navigate objections and negotiate pricing effectively
- Build lasting business relationships, managing the sales process from lead to close
- Staying up to date with industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging opportunities
- Work closely with the operations team to ensure smooth contract transitions and successful mobilisation
About you:
I am looking for an experienced Business Development Manager (preferably in the cleaning/FM sector) who thrives on challenge and enjoys the satisfaction of closing high-value deals.
- A solid background in direct sales (experience in cleaning or similar industries is a plus)
- Experience of selling a service (preferably in the cleaning/FM industry)
- Proven success selling contracts at a high value
- A proven track record in prospecting and closing deals
- A valid UK driver's license - travel will be expected in the role