Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Salary: Up to £40,000 + bonus & uncapped commission + company car
Location: South Wales (remote working available with UK travel)
Contract: Full-time, permanent

Yolk Recruitment is working with a leading UK manufacturer in the industrial materials sector to find an experienced Business Development Manager.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a market-leading organisation specialising in industrial PVC fabrics and films, supplying solutions across industrial doors, logistics, food production, and event management.

The Opportunity

Our client is looking for a commercially minded, proactive professional to drive new business growth and strengthen existing client relationships across the UK. The focus will be on promoting two established PVC product lines, while identifying emerging opportunities in the industrial PVC and vinyl market.

This role offers a high level of autonomy, the chance to manage key accounts, and the opportunity to influence strategy at a senior level. The position can be carried out remotely depending on experience, with regular visits to the South Wales office for strategy and sales review meetings.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in the UK industrial and B2B markets
• Build, manage, and grow relationships with key and high-value clients
• Conduct market and competitor analysis to identify trends and opportunities
• Develop and execute sales and business development strategies to drive revenue growth
• Generate leads and convert prospects through client visits, calls, and networking
• Deliver tailored product presentations, proposals, and commercial agreements
• Represent the business at client sites and industry events
• Support customer onboarding and provide ongoing after-sales service
• Collaborate with internal teams including R&D, marketing, and customer service
• Track and report on business performance, market trends, and competitor activity

Essential Experience & Skills

• Proven success in B2B sales or business development, ideally in industrial or manufacturing sectors
• Strong understanding of consultative sales and business development processes
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills
• Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively

Desirable Experience

• Experience with SAP or similar CRM platforms
• Knowledge of industrial doors, PVC, vinyl, or related products
• Existing industry contacts or networks to support business growth

Salary & Benefits

• Up to £40,000 basic salary
• 30% performance-based bonus plus uncapped commission
• Company car
• Company laptop and mobile phone
• Comprehensive onboarding and training programme
• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional day off for your birthday
• Pension scheme and personal injury cover
• Free on-site parking
• Fully funded team events and annual Christmas party