At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive new business growth in commercial cleaning and facilities management services.
- Company: Join Diverse Commercial Solutions Ltd, a growing company with ambitious plans.
- Benefits: Earn commission, enjoy a company vehicle, pension, and recognition for your efforts.
- Other info: Flexible travel for client meetings and opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by securing profitable contracts and building strong client relationships.
- Qualifications: Experience in business development within facilities management and a strong industry network.
The predicted salary is between 41850 - 51150 £ per year.
Diverse Commercial Solutions Ltd is looking for an experienced
Business Development Manager to drive new business growth across our commercial cleaning and technical facilities management services.
This is a senior, hands-on role for someone with strong facilities management industry knowledge, an established network and a proven track record of securing profitable commercial contracts.
You will take ownership of the full sales cycle, from identifying opportunities and developing relationships through to tender submission, negotiation, contract award and handover to the operational teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and secure new commercial cleaning, technical maintenance and facilities management contracts.
- Develop and manage a strong pipeline of qualified business opportunities.
- Generate leads through industry contacts, networking, referrals, tender portals and direct approaches.
- Build relationships with key decision-makers, procurement teams, managing agents and property professionals.
- Lead the preparation of tenders, proposals, quotations and presentations.
- Attend client meetings, site visits and industry events.
- Work with operational and finance teams to develop commercially viable service solutions.
- Ensure pricing is competitive and aligned with company margin expectations.
- Negotiate contract terms and support opportunities through to contract award.
- Provide accurate sales forecasts and pipeline reports to the Board.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activity and new business opportunities.
- Ensure a clear and structured handover of new contracts to the operational teams.
- Support mobilisation and maintain contact with new clients during the early stages of service delivery.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will need
- Significant business development experience within the facilities management industry.
- Strong knowledge of commercial cleaning, technical maintenance or integrated facilities management.
- A proven track record of securing profitable commercial contracts.
- Experience managing the full sales and tender process.
- Strong commercial awareness, including pricing, margins, mobilisation costs and contract profitability.
- Experience producing high-quality tender submissions and proposals.
- Confidence presenting to and negotiating with senior decision-makers.
- An established network of relevant industry contacts.
- Excellent communication, relationship-building and influencing skills.
- The ability to work independently and take full ownership of the business development function.
- A full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel for client meetings and site visits.
Experience selling both commercial cleaning and technical facilities management services is essential for this role.
What We Offer
- 5% commission on qualifying new contracts, in line with the company commission scheme.
- Company vehicle or car allowance.
- Company pension.
- Reward and recognition scheme.
- Laptop and mobile phone.
- The opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth of DCS.
- About DCS
Diverse Commercial Solutions Ltd provides commercial cleaning, technical maintenance and facilities management services to clients across South Wales and the South West.
We are a growing business with ambitious plans and a strong focus on service quality, long-term client relationships and commercial performance.
Diverse Commercial Solutions Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds.
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Business Development Manager in Newport employer: Diverse Commercial Solutions Ltd
Diverse Commercial Solutions Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment where your expertise in business development can significantly impact our growth in the facilities management sector. With a strong focus on service quality and long-term client relationships, we provide ample opportunities for professional development, competitive commission structures, and a supportive culture that values your contributions. Join us in South Wales and be part of a team that is committed to excellence and innovation in commercial cleaning and technical maintenance services.
Contact Details:
Diverse Commercial Solutions Ltd Recruitment Team
