Business Development Manager - Full Time in Cheshire, Warrington

Location: Merseyside & North Wales

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Hours: 42 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Speedy Work Life Balance (SWLB): 9-day fortnight

Job Introduction

We may have started small, but we've always had big ideas. We're looking for an ambitious and commercially focused Business Development Manager to join our team covering Merseyside & North Wales. This is an exciting opportunity to build long-term customer relationships, identify new business opportunities and help our customers deliver their projects safely, efficiently and on time. If you're someone who enjoys meeting customers, developing strategic accounts and making a real commercial impact, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Business Development Manager, you'll be responsible for developing and growing a portfolio of key customer accounts while identifying opportunities to introduce new products and services across the Speedy business. You'll work closely with internal teams to deliver an exceptional customer experience, ensuring every opportunity is maximised and every customer receives the highest level of service. Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and managing a portfolio of strategic customer accounts.
• Building strong, long-term relationships with key stakeholders.
• Identifying opportunities to grow revenue through cross-selling and new service offerings.
• Creating and delivering strategic account plans.
• Working collaboratively with operational teams to ensure excellent customer delivery.
• Negotiating commercial agreements while maintaining profitable growth.
• Monitoring market trends and competitor activity to identify new opportunities.
• Supporting Speedy's ESG strategy and promoting sustainable business practices.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is customer-focused, commercially aware and passionate about building lasting business relationships. You'll ideally have:

• Previous experience in business development, account management or strategic sales.
• Strong commercial awareness with excellent financial understanding.
• Proven experience of strategic account planning and business growth.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• The ability to work independently whilst collaborating with wider teams.
• Good IT skills and confidence using Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Experience within the hire, construction, industrial or related sectors would be advantageous but is not essential.

What We Offer

At Speedy, we know our people are our greatest asset. That's why we offer a fantastic range of benefits designed to support your career, wellbeing and work-life balance, including:

• Competitive salary with a performance-related bonus.
• Speedy Work Life Balance (SWLB) our 9-day fortnight, giving you an extra day off every other week.
• 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays), with the option to buy additional leave.
• Company pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Company car or car allowance (where applicable).
• 95% colleague discount across the Speedy Group.
• Career Line of Sight clear development pathways and genuine opportunities for progression.
• Ongoing learning and development through our industry-leading training programmes.
• Voluntary Health Cash Plan.
• My Staff Shop exclusive discounts and offers from hundreds of leading retailers.
• Green Commute Initiative, supporting sustainable travel.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) free and confidential support covering wellbeing, mental health, financial advice and legal guidance.
• Access to our Wellbeing Hub and a range of colleague wellbeing initiatives.
• Flexible working opportunities where the role allows.
• A supportive and inclusive culture where your contribution is recognised and valued.

Why Speedy?

At Speedy, we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported and empowered to succeed. Through our Career Line of Sight, you'll have a clear understanding of the opportunities available to help you develop your career within the Speedy Group. We're proud to champion flexible working through our Speedy Work Life Balance initiative because we know our people perform at their best when they have the right balance between work and life. If you're looking for a role where you can make a real difference, build lasting customer partnerships and develop your career with an industry leader, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note: Speedy reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received. Some roles within the Speedy Group UK&I may require a DBS, Credit or Security Clearance check. The Speedy Group is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK before employment commences.