Business Development Manager

About Liquidline

Liquidline is a rapidly expanding provider of commercial coffee solutions across the UK and Ireland, known for delivering exceptional customer experiences. Our clients are companies committed to offering quality refreshments to their staff and visitors. Our growth is driven by outstanding customer service, dedicated teamwork, and a strong company culture. We emphasize creating WOW moments for customers and employees alike, fostering a supportive and empowering workplace certified as a Great Place to Work®.

Our core values center on passion, thoughtfulness, responsiveness, innovation, and smart working, guiding us toward nurturing excellence across the organization.

Role Overview

We seek a Business Development Manager responsible for fueling our continued growth by cultivating substantial new business within a designated geographic area. Your role includes proactive lead generation, building enduring strategic partnerships, managing a robust sales pipeline, and orchestrating major contract negotiations to close new deals with integrity and a service-oriented mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Initiate and develop new business opportunities alongside managing those generated by the company.
• Maintain and grow existing customer relationships throughout their lifecycle.
• Forge long-term strategic partnerships that positively impact company profitability.
• Consistently generate self-driven leads via cold calling, networking, and other sales techniques.
• Oversee prospects and current clients, handling contractual negotiations effectively to meet targets and secure margins.
• Devise and implement a sales plan that meets or surpasses assigned sales objectives and aligns with company goals.
• Maintain accurate records of contracts, CRM data, and reporting systems.
• Collaborate with the Marketing team to ensure adequate lead generation and proactively plan marketing campaigns.

Required Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated success in B2B business development roles; sector experience preferred.
• Ability to analyze and interpret KPI metrics relevant to sales performance.
• Proven skills in sales strategy development and executing business development initiatives from planning through to completion.
• Strong written communication abilities, particularly in drafting proposals.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse internal teams and external partners.
• Strong organizational skills enabling effective prioritization of a demanding workload.
• Capacity to innovate and find creative solutions while understanding the wider organizational impact.

Benefits and Company Culture

Joining Liquidline offers more than a job; it is an opportunity to grow professionally within a supportive and dynamic environment. Benefits include:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays for rest and recuperation.
• Long service leave entitlements and a buy/sell scheme for flexible time off management.
• Employee referral rewards program encouraging team expansion.
• Annual bonus schemes celebrating company and individual achievements.
• Enhanced sick pay policies for employee support.
• Comprehensive parental leave offerings.
• Salary sacrifice pension schemes for financial planning.
• Access to affordable health coverage through the HSF Health Plan.
• YuLife wellbeing platform providing resources, rewards, and wellness support.
• Employee Assistance Program including mental health services and virtual GP availability.
• Company-provided lunches and bi-annual conferences fostering community and engagement.

As a fast-growing family-owned business expanding from 92 to over 300 employees since 2020, Liquidline offers numerous opportunities for career development. We pride ourselves on an inclusive culture embracing diversity and equal opportunities, striving to win and grow together.

Salary

The annual salary range for this position is 45,000 to 60,000 EUR.