Project Sales / Business Development Manager

Working Pattern: Office & field-based | Regular UK-wide travel once established in the role Salary: Basic salary £33,000 – £40,000 per annum (DOE) Bonus: * Year 1: Performance-related bonus of up to £5,000 in year one * Thereafter: Percentage-based commission scheme, paid annually About the Project Sales / Business Development Manager role Our client, a well-established and highly regarded provider of premium workspace and project-based solutions, is seeking a *** Project Sales / Business Development Manager *** to support continued growth. This is a consultative, solution-led sales role focused on developing new business opportunities while nurturing long-term client relationships. You will work across a broad range of sectors including industrial, education, manufacturing, automotive, motorsport, and composites, delivering tailored, high-quality project solutions. Working closely with internal design, project management, and operational teams, you will play a key role in ensuring projects are commercially successful and delivered to exacting standards. Key responsibilities for the Project Sales / Business Development Manager job role * Identify, research, and develop new B2B opportunities across targeted market sectors * Manage the full sales lifecycle, from your initial lead generation through to negotiation and contract award * Prepare and deliver professional presentations, proposals, and quotations to clients * Build and maintain strong, long-term customer relationships, ensuring an excellent client experience * Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure project requirements are fully understood and delivered to specification * Maintain awareness of market trends, competitor activity, and product developments * Accurately manage CRM records, sales forecasts, and pipeline reporting * Represent the business at exhibitions, industry events, and networking opportunities About You You will be a confident, commercially minded professional with experience working in B2B and project-led environments. Comfortable managing complex opportunities, you will take a proactive and well-organised approach, with a natural ability to build trusted, long-term relationships with clients. Previous sales experience would be a strong advantage. However, new business generation can take many forms, and the emphasis is on enthusiasm for developing opportunities, engaging customers effectively, and presenting well-considered solutions that genuinely meet client needs. Essential requirements for the Project Sales / Business Development Manager opportunity * Proven experience in B2B project-based account management or sales * Demonstrable success supporting and closing new business opportunities in a commercial environment * Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills * Ability to manage multiple sales opportunities concurrently * Collaborative approach when working with cross-functional teams * Full UK driving licence Rewards & Benefits * Basic salary between £33,000 and £40,000 per annum (DOE) * Performance-related bonus of up to £5,000 in year one * Ongoing percentage-based commission scheme paid annually * Company car * Pension scheme and comprehensive benefits package * All tools provided including laptop and mobile phone If you are a driven, relationship-focused professional looking to join a forward-thinking organisation offering long-term opportunity and strong earning potential, we would be pleased to hear from you