Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager - Hospitality Sector (UK & Europe)

Location: Hybrid / Field-based across the UK & Europe
Salary: 35,000 - 45,000 per annum + Commission
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent



About the Role

We are seeking a results-driven Business Development Manager with a focus on the hospitality and leisure sector to lead sales efforts across the UK and Europe.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in B2B solution sales, who thrives on building lasting relationships and driving revenue growth through strategic business development. You will play a key role in expanding our client base within the hospitality industry, identifying new opportunities, and developing partnerships that deliver long-term value.

A car allowance is provided for travel, and commission is paid on all orders generated within your territory.



Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement effective sales strategies to achieve and exceed regional revenue targets.

  • Identify, engage, and win new business opportunities within the hospitality and leisure market.

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients across the UK and Europe.

  • Conduct thorough market research to understand emerging trends and competitor activity.

  • Leverage Salesforce (or similar CRM) to manage pipelines, track performance, and forecast accurately.

  • Prepare detailed sales reports and insights for senior management.

  • Represent the company at industry events, exhibitions, and networking forums to enhance brand visibility.



Skills & Experience Required

  • Proven experience in B2B sales, ideally within the hospitality, leisure, or service-based industries.

  • Demonstrable success in meeting and exceeding commercial targets.

  • Strong analytical and negotiation skills, with the ability to interpret data and influence pricing/margins.

  • Proficiency in Salesforce or other CRM tools to manage customer relationships.

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage confidently at all levels.

  • A proactive, self-motivated approach with strong organisational skills and commercial acumen.

  • Full UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle for customer visits.



What's on Offer

  • Competitive base salary ( 35,000 - 45,000)

  • Car allowance

  • Uncapped commission on all sales across your region

  • Company pension scheme

  • Health & wellbeing programme

  • Life insurance

  • Profit sharing

  • Flexible hybrid working

We Are Aspire Ltd are a Disability Confident Commited employer

Company
We Are Aspire
Location
Hythe, Hampshire, United Kingdom SO453
Hybrid / WFH Options
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
GBP 35,000 - 45,000 Annual
Posted
Company
We Are Aspire
Location
Hythe, Hampshire, United Kingdom SO453
Hybrid / WFH Options
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
GBP 35,000 - 45,000 Annual
Posted