Business Development Director - Catering

Job Reference: /TW/15-03/1105/1 Job Title: Business Development Director - Catering Location: Ipswich Salary: Competitive  Hours per week: Monday to Friday - 37.5 hours per week  Business Overview Atalian Servest and OCS have merged to create a new organisation, the OCS Group UK & Ireland. We are a leading facilities management company providing a range of both standalone and integrated services including cleaning, catering, security, technical services, energy management and compliance, front of house, landscaping, logistics, waste management and pest control services. The company has a turnover of £1.5bn and operates across the UK and Ireland with 50,000 colleagues delivering innovative award-winning services to the private and public sectors and supporting the local communities in which it operates. Role Overview We are currently recruiting for a dynamic Business Development Manager to join our passionate and driven Catering team with a UK wide remit on a full time/permanent basis! Benefits Informal hybrid / flexible working arrangements 25 days holiday + bank holidays Free fruit in our offices Employee Referral Scheme (if you refer a successful candidate to one of our vacancies) Wide range of retail discounts Regular social and charity events held in our offices Get involved in charity events in the local community Wellbeing Discounted gym membership Eye test £25 voucher and up to £100 towards glasses Join our Cycle to Work scheme via salary sacrifice Access to “CHROMA”, our internal colleague-led diversity and inclusion community – join a committee or take part in our D&I initiatives and events Access to internal Mental Health First Aiders Career development and recognition Immediate access to “Opportunity” our internal Learning and Development platform Required professional membership fees paid for Opportunity to win monthly Atalian Servest Superstar Awards Long service awards Key Responsibilities: Business research via CRM database Pipeline and prospect base development Contacting potential new business clients, understanding their needs with a view to booking meetings Meeting and exceeding appointments and sales targets Diarising and maintaining up-to-date records on the CRM database Building effective relationships with prospective clients and Business Development Teams Identifying new business opportunities Leading the tender process from start to finish Closing the deal in line with the company business governance process Working closely with operational colleagues to maximise new business opportunities and retain existing customers in line with the divisional strategy About You: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK An ability to influence, encourage confidence and win new business A proven track record of sales ideally within the Catering sector Meeting and exceeding targets Experience in data management and research Excellent communication skills, both verbally and written You are a true team player; you will thrive in a collaborative environment You are tenacious, engaging and ambitious Previous experience in a Contract Catering Sales working environment would be an advantage National role with travel/overnight stays depending on the business needs Diversity and Inclusion OCS is an equal opportunities employer that relies on diversity and equality to achieve our goals. We actively encourage applications from talented and qualified individuals regardless of race, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age. How to apply? If you are interested to join a business that encourages professional development, career progression and entrepreneurial spirit, then please click apply and we will be in touch soon! *** STRICTLY NO AGENCIES