Overview
Shillito Executive Search has been exclusively retained by a leading UK manufacturing business to recruit a hands-on Business Development Director. The role leads national sales efforts and drives growth, with responsibility to win major contracts directly and inspire a high-performing sales team.
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of 4–5 Business Development Managers across the UK
- Personally secure major contracts and develop key customer relationships
- Use lead generation tools such as Glenigans to identify and convert opportunities
- Build strategic relationships with Tier 1 construction and social housing contractors
- Set clear KPIs and coach the team to exceed performance targets
- Coordinate closely with internal sales, estimating, and operations teams at both manufacturing sites
- Act as the voice of the customer within the business
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