At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive growth by securing new business leads and closing high-value contracts.
- Company: Dynamic hotel supplier company with a multicultural environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonuses, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Fast-paced role with excellent career advancement potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the hospitality industry while building valuable relationships.
- Qualifications: 5-10 years in B2B sales, preferably in hospitality or cosmetics.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Are you a hunter with a passion for the hotel supplier industry? Our client is looking for a driven Business Development Manager to spearhead our growth across the UK and Ireland. You will take ownership of the full sales cycle—from prospecting regional and independent hotels to closing high-value contracts. This is an exciting opportunity to build key relationships, drive revenue, and make a tangible impact in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
What You’ll Do:
- Prospect & Win: Identify, research, and secure new business leads through proactive outreach, industry events, and account mapping.
- Build Relationships: Develop and nurture strong, long-term partnerships with decision-makers and key stakeholders.
- Close Deals: Lead the entire sales process—presentations, proposals, negotiation, and contracting—to hit and exceed annual targets.
- Stay Ahead: Keep a pulse on UK/IE market trends and competitor activity to fuel our strategic growth.
What You’ll Bring:
- Experience: 5–10 years in B2B sales or business development (hotel suppliers/agent/distributor or cosmetics sector is a strong plus).
- Network: Established contacts within the UK & Ireland hospitality market.
- Skills: A "hunter" mindset with a proven track record in prospecting, negotiation, and closing.
- Drive: Self-motivated, entrepreneurial, and comfortable working independently in a high-pressure environment.
- Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in MS Office; experience with CRM/ERP tools is an advantage.
Who You Are: Proactive, accountable, and high-energy. You thrive in both collaborative and independent settings, and you have a customer-first approach to everything you do.
Business Development Manager, UK & Ireland employer: Cornerstone Global Partners (CGP Group)
At Cornerstone Global Partners, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through tailored development programmes and opportunities to lead impactful projects across Europe, making this role not just a job, but a meaningful career path in the dynamic retail and e-commerce sectors.
Contact Details:
Cornerstone Global Partners (CGP Group) Recruitment Team
