Astute’s Nuclear Team are exclusively partnered with an industry leader within the hazardous waste management sector to recruit a Business Development Manager for their Hazardous Waste Treatment division in the North, predominantly based out of their site in Berwick.
The Business Development Manager role comes with a competitive salary plus a car allowance, bonus and many other benefits. As the Business Development Manager, you will supporting their hazardous waste treatment operations at their site in Berwick and other sites across the North of the UK.
If you’re a Business Development Manager with experience within specialist, hazardous, chemical or metal waste, then submit your CV to apply today.
Responsibilities and duties of the Business Development Manager role
Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will:
* Drive business development for key business growth within their waste treatment and transfer sector, targeting both new and existing clients, using proactive techniques like cold calling and outreach to offer a broad range of services, including specialist waste removal and infrastructure cleaning solutions.
* Maintain a strong pipeline of new business opportunities and contribute to the company business plan.
* Foster strong customer relationships by ensuring high service standards, addressing non-conformances, and providing timely feedback.
* Maximise margins on projects and ensure continuity of work for the business teams.
* Collaborate across divisions to identify other opportunities, especially within waste treatment and disposal through other sites across the business group.
* Collaborate with Account Managers, Admin Staff, and Operations to ensure seamless service delivery and contract management.
* Manage the tender process, including document reviews, financial analysis, and ensuring compliance with Tender Governance procedures.
* Monitor market trends, competitors, and relevant industry developments to inform business strategy.
* Manage projects, inquiries, and customer communications while ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
* Promote a safety-first culture and actively contribute to the company’s health, safety, and environmental initiatives.
* Represent the business at stakeholder events and ensure compliance with company policies, including security, data protection, and equal opportunities.
* This is an exciting opportunity for a driven professional with experience in hazardous waste and business development to join a dynamic and growing team.
Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
* Technical expertise in hazardous/chemical waste with previous experience selling into the sector.
* Proven ability to manage customer accounts with sales revenue exceeding �1 million per annum.
* Strong commercial acumen, a track record of profitable new business, and a commitment to high levels of customer service, along with a full UK driving licence.
* Degree qualified or proven sector experience in business development and sales in hazardous wastes management.
Salary and benefits of the Business Development Manager role
* Basic salary of up to �50,000 dependant on experience.
* Car Allowance
* Bonus scheme
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Competitive benefits package
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