Head of Business Development

Just Recruitment is working with an innovative business, looking to recruit a 'Head of Business Development, to join their team, based on the outskirts of Colchester. This is an exciting role to help shape the future of the business by getting involved as the business advances on a growth strategy. The ideal candidate will be a team player as well as being self-motivated to strive for improvement across the business. They will be highly organised and capable of managing a dynamic workload whilst relishing working with internal and external stakeholders. Key duties include: Manage the existing global distributor network covering N America, Japan and Europe – strategy development, reviews and general support Develop new direct business with various associated organisations Develop new direct B2B opportunities for 'bricks & mortar' retail sales and distribution in the UK and other regions Develop a strategy to access the 'other' markets Respond to regular in-bound business enquiries Monitor and respond to complex RFI's, RFQ's and other tender opportunities Manage our CRM platform Work closely with the Head of Marketing to develop imaginative lead generation campaigns Work closely with the Head of Marketing to support the global e-com strategy Key requirements for the role: A good understanding and experience of global account and channel management Experience of responding to complex RFP's A good understanding of the role of global e-com, particularly Amazon and Shopify An experienced, strategic and creative new business developer Solid global experience Flexibility to work to global time zones Financially numerate Experience of Hubspot or similar CRM platform Ability to work as part of a small management team to drive the business forward Ability to quickly understand and demonstrate technical products Excellent interpersonal and written skills Tenacious, persistent and hardworking Team player Ability to work to demanding deadlines This role is working Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm – with some flexibility required. 22 days holiday plus bank holidays A competitive salary and bonus package is available for the right candidate